Dr. Marcela D Torres MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1500 Cooper St Fort Worth TX, 76104About
Dr. Marcela Torres is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Torres 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. Torres treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Torres 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
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
Professional Memberships
- Member Cook Children's Physician Network
Fellowships
- Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
- Medical College of Wisconsin School of Medicine***
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