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Prohealth Partners, a Medical Group, Inc.4201 Torrance Boulevard, Suite 350, Torrance, CA 90503 map
Dr. Colin Scibetta is a palliative care doctor in Torrance. He provides specialized medical care for those living with serious illness, focusing on relief from symptoms.
Prohealth Partners, a Medical Group, Inc.
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Colin Scibetta graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 2001.
Dr. Scibetta has one office in California where he specializes in Palliative Care and Internal Medicine.
Dr. Scibetta works with eight doctors including Dr. Vimal Ponnezhan and Dr. Leejoe Pallickal.
Specialties
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Palliative Care
Palliative care physicians provide specialized medical care for people living with serious illness. Doctors who specialize in palliative care focus on providing relief from symptoms and stress, offering care that is focused on improving quality of life for both the patient and the family. Palliative care is appropriate at any age, and at any stage in a serious illness, and can be provided along with curative treatment.
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Internal Medicine
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Scibetta specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Scibetta also can refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with severe kidney problems can be referred to a nephrologist for further medical tests or treatments.
Education & Training
Hospital Affiliations
- Providence Health System - Southern California
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