Joseph K. Azar M.D.
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
4816a Ne Thurston Way Vancouver WA, 98662About
Dr. Joseph Azar earned his undergraduate degree from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon and his Medical Degree from Oregon Health & Science University. He completed an internship and his radiol ...
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RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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- Oregon Health & Science University
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