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Dr. Alvin Pierce Powell M.D.

Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

428 W Upsal St Philadelphia PA, 19119
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Dr. Alvin Powell is a pathologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Powell is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Powell can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Powell 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

Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1982

Board Certification

PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Dr. Alvin Pierce Powell M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 428 W Upsal St

428 W Upsal St -
Philadelphia, PA 19119
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