Dr. Stephen G. Patterson, MD
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
12902 Usf Magnolia Dr Mdc 44 Tampa FL, 33612About
Dr. Stephen Patterson is an oncologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Patterson specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Patterson 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
Univ of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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