Dr. Jorge L Rakela M.D.
Hepatologist | Hepatology
5779 E Mayo Blvd Phoenix AZ, 85054About
Dr. Jorge Rakela is a hepatologist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Rakela specializes in the study of body parts such as the liver, the biliary tree, the gallbladder and the pancreas. Hepatologists manage disorders in these areas and are specifically known for treating viral hepatitis. Patients who have received liver transplants also follow up with hepatologists after their procedure.
Education and Training
Universidad De Chile MD
Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina 1971
University Of Chile
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAwards
- Phoenix Super Doctors 2012
Fellowships
- (Internal Medicine), L A COUNTY/USC MEDICAL CENTER, LOS ANGELES, CA 1974
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