Dr. Claude Sportes M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
10 Center Dr Crc-10, Room 43142 Bethesda MD, 20892About
Dr. Claude Sportes is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Sportes specializes in treating children that have a blood disease or cancer. Such blood diseases include disorders of red blood cells, white blood cells and/or platelets. The types of cancers that Dr. Sportes treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Sportes can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
Education and Training
University of Pierre Et Marie Curie (Paris Vi) / U.F.R. Brossais-Hotel-Dieu 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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