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Dr. Alvina Chu, MD

Rheumatology* Age 49
Dr. Alvina Chu, MD
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Dr. Alvina Chu, MD is a Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA.
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Dr. Alvina Chu, MD

Rheumatology* Age 49
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alvina Chu, MD is a Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA.

About

Dr. Chu graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Alvina Chu, MD is a Rheumatologist in Palo Alto, CA and has 22 years experience. Dr. Chu currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Stanford Hospital. Dr. Chu's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Chu is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Arthritis
Limb Pain
Bursitis
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Dermatomyositis
Dry Eyes
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Fever
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Gout
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Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Scleroderma
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Still's Disease
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

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Locations

  1. 1 Palo Alto VA Medical Center
    3801 Miranda Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 15:30

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Specialties*
Rheumatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York at Buffalo
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alvina Chu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chu's profile.

Dr. Alvina Chu, MD is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Alvina Chu, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Stanford Hospital

    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA