Dr. Gregory J Swedo M.D.
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
2501 Parkers Ln Alexandria VA, 22306About
Dr. Gregory Swedo is a pathologist practicing in Alexandria, VA. Dr. Swedo is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Swedo can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Swedo may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
Education and Training
Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il 1982
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 1982
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP
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