Dr. Thora S. Steffensen M.D., Pathologist
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Dr. Thora S. Steffensen M.D.

Pathologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pathology

664 Geniva Place Tampa Florida, 33606
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Thora S. Steffensen, MD, works at Ruffolo Hooper and Associates MD, PA in Tampa, Florida.  She specializes in pediatric and forensic pathology, diagnosing neo and non-neoplastic diseases of children.  Certified by the American Board of Pathology, Dr. Steffensen is licensed to practice in Iceland, Sweden, and the United States.  She brings with her a wealth of knowledge from Iceland on pediatric pathology and has been working for Ruffolo since 2009.

Education and Training

University of Iceland Medical School

University of Iceland Faculty of Medicine 1988

Board Certification

PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP- Forensic Pathology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 36 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Pediatric and Forensic Pathology

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Teaching and Lecturing, University of South Florida, Tampa General Hospital and Iceland -

Fellowships

  • Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Forensic Pathology

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Medical Association, Society of Pediatric Pathology, International Association of Blood Stain Pattern Analysis

Articles and Publications

  • 26 Publications

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Having Good Mentors

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664 Geniva Place -
Tampa, Florida 33606
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