
Peter Samuel Kennedy
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
1734 Loraine Road San Marino California, 91108About
Dr. Peter Kennedy is an oncologist practicing in San Marino, California. Dr. Kennedy specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Kennedy manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
Education and Training
Harvard University
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine- Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- Baylor College of Medicine
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Love of Learning, Motivation
Hobbies / Sports
- Golf, Time with Grandchildren, Dog Training
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