Cindy Okada Scharfen M.D.
Radiologist | Therapeutic Radiology
121 Sotoyome St Santa Rosa CA, 95405About
Dr. Cindy Scharfen is a radiologist practicing in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Scharfen specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1988
University of California 1988
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
Provider Details
Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Lung Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Lymphoma
- Aerolase® Technologies
- Wrinkle & Scar Improvement
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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