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Dr. Kalpathy Venkatesan, MD

Medical Oncology*
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Map Pin Small Porterville, CA
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49 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Kalpathy Venkatesan, MD

Dr. Kalpathy Venkatesan, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Porterville, CA. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from GURU NANAK DEV UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL COLLEGE and is affiliated with Canton-potsdam Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Venkatesan an average 2.6 star rating.

Dr. Venkatesan works at Practice in Porterville, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    365 Pearson Dr Ste 5, Porterville, CA 93257 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (559) 788-2175

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    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    • 49 years of experience
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    • GURU NANAK DEV UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL COLLEGE
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    • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. Venkatesan works at Practice in Porterville, CA. View the full address on Dr. Venkatesan’s profile.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Venkatesan. The overall rating for this provider is 2.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Venkatesan.

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