Dr. Sarah W Alexander MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
11100 Euclid Ave Cleveland OH, 44106About
Dr. Sarah Alexander is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Alexander 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
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1994
Harvard Medical School 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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