
Dr. Irene Y. Tong M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
2750 E Washington Blvd Suite 120 Pasadena CA, 91107About
Dr. Irene Tong is a rheumatologist practicing in Pasadena, CA. Dr. Tong specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Tong treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California 1976
Provider Details
Treatments
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Lupus
- Pain
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Practice At 2750 E Washington Blvd Suite 120
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