Dr. Kira A. Skavinski D.O.
Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist | Hospice and Palliative Medicine
200 W ARBOR DR SAN DIEGO CA, 92103About
Dr. Kira Skavinski is a hospice and palliative care specialist practicing in SAN DIEGO, CA. Dr. Skavinski provides care to people who are seriously ill. As a hospice and palliative care specialist, Dr. Skavinski works to relieve the pain and suffering of people who have a severe medical condition and are in a critical state. Hospice and palliative care specialists try to improve the quality of life for a person who may not have much time left to live.
Education and Training
New York Institute College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY Medical Degree
Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ Other Degree
San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine, San Diego, CA Other Degree
Palliative Care Specialist Medical Degree
Assistant Professor of Medicine Medical Degree
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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