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City of Hope - Main Campus (Duarte)1500 Duarte Road, Duarte, CA 91010 map
Dr. Jana Portnow is an oncologist in Duarte. She provides diagnostic and treatment services for patients suffering from all types of cancer.
City of Hope - Main Campus (Duarte)
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Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Jana L. Portnow is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
1500 Duarte Road, Duarte, CA 91010
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Office Details
Insurance Accepted
Please contact the doctor’s office to inquire about insurance.
Bio
Dr. Jana Portnow graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1994 before completing a residency in Internal Medicine at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA from 1997 to 1998. She then completed a fellowship in Medical Oncology at The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital from 1999 to 2002.
Dr. Portnow has one office in California where she specializes in Oncology and Neurology.
Dr. Portnow works with one hundred and sixty-six doctors including Dr. William Boswell and Dr. Jonathan Kessler.
Specialties
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Oncology
As an oncologist, Dr. Portnow is trained to diagnose and treat all types and forms of cancer. Dr. Portnow may employ a variety of diagnostic tests such as biopsies, imaging tests, endoscopic tests and laboratory tests. She may offer treatment techniques such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy to combat the spread of cancer. Dr. Portnow may also provide emotional and palliative care, ensuring patients experience the highest quality of life possible.
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Neurology
Abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord and other parts of the nervous system may cause neurological disorders. Dr. Jana Portnow treats these disorders by performing or issuing tests, scans and arriving at a diagnosis. The diagnosis is crucial for creating a treatment plan for a patient, which might include medication management, various therapies, and lifestyle changes.
Special Interests
- Brain Tumors
- Developmental Cancer Therapeutics Program (DCT)
- Medical Oncology
- Neuro-Oncology
- Pituitary Tumors
- Spine Tumors
- Therapeutics Research
Education & Training
Medical School
Residency
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Temple University Hospital • Philadelphia, PA
Residency in Internal Medicine • 1997 - 1998
Fellowship
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The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital • Baltimore, Maryland
Fellowship in Medical Oncology • 1999 - 2002
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
Latest Oncology News
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Catnip: The 'Why' Behind Cats' Favorite HighRobert Preidt, Dec 10, 2018 at 12:00 PM
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Incontinence Drug May Cut Hot Flashes in Breast Cancer SurvivorsSteven Reinberg, HealthDay Reporter, Dec 7, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Odds of Breast Cancer's ReturnRobert Preidt, Dec 7, 2018 at 9:00 AM