Dr. Victoria Lanuza Castaneda MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
2018 Clinch Avenue Knoxville TN, 37916About
Dr. Victoria Castaneda is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Castaneda 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. Castaneda treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Castaneda 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
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1979
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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