Dr. Stephen Ovanessoff, MD, FCAP
Pathologist | Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
1255 West Washington Street Tempe Arizona, 85281Rating
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Dr. Stephen Ovanessoff is a pathologist practicing in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Ovanessoff is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Ovanessoff can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Ovanessoff may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
Education and Training
MD at College of Medicine University of Baghdad
University of Baghdad College of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
American Board of Pathology- Anatomic Pathology
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP
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Dr. Stephen Ovanessoff, MD, FCAP's Expert Contributions
How do I know if my anemia is serious?
Your anemia has to be evaluated for its type and underlying cause. READ MORE
Are kidney stones common after surgery?
Kidney stones are generally unrelated to surgery. READ MORE
Do forensic pathologists go to crime scenes?
Sometimes, if needed and if possible. READ MORE
Can pathologists identify remains over 10 years old?
Identification is possible in most circumstances. READ MORE
Are blood donations still being done during COVID-19?
Yes. READ MORE
Can you live with gallbladder cancer?
Yes if the cancer is discovered and surgically treated in its early stages. READ MORE
How do you treat ringworm on the scalp?
Treated by anti-fungal medications. READ MORE
How long do you wait after a liver biopsy?
On the average one to two weeks. Sometimes longer. READ MORE
Can coughing often damage your lungs?
By itself no. READ MORE
Can a blood test detect gonorrhea?
Gonorrrhea is confirmed by obtaining a sample of a discharge or a scraping of a lesion in the genital area and submitting it for microbiological culture studies. It can also be tentatively recognized by direct microscopic examination of a discharge, then confirmed by microbiological culture studies. Blood is not usually utilized to diagnose the infection. READ MORE
How to calm a child through blood work?
Usually takes a child friendly, capable nurse/ lab tech/physician to perform the task swiftly and requires CALM PARENTS. READ MORE
When should you go to ER for gastrointestinal bleeding?
You should see your primary care provider rather than going to the ER, when you detect blood in your stools. It may represent an underlying condition that must be treated. READ MORE
What type of leukemia does my child have?
By testing the peripheral blood and bone marrow sample. READ MORE
Would my son need more tests if blood work comes back abnormal?
To further qualify the meaning of the abnormality or confirm the abnormal finding among other reasons. READ MORE
What foods can be eaten to raise your hemoglobin levels?
Usually red meat and vegetables that are rich in iron. READ MORE
How long do biopsy pathology reports take?
The biopsy report is usually available within one week. Sometimes earlier and once in while it will take longer for a difficult case that requires consultation with other pathologists or requires special stains and additional procedures. READ MORE
Questionable looking mole that could be cancer?
Moles often change in size and color over time. Both benign and malignant ones do that. The best way to evaluate a mole is to seek consultation with a dermatologist. READ MORE
What tests are used to check for diabetes?
Your primary care doctor will decide what tests are needed and may refer you to an endocrinologist. READ MORE
Is a prostate biopsy painful?
It's uncomfortable, and maybe slightly painful to some, depending on their pain threshold. READ MORE
What tests are used to diagnose thyroid diseases?
TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone), T3 and T4, to begin with. READ MORE
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