Dr. Tanvir Sattar MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
1425 S Main St Walnut Creek CA, 94596About
Dr. Tanvir Sattar is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Sattar specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1991
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Breast Cancer
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