Dr. Lauren J Akers DO
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1500 Cooper St Fort Worth TX, 76104About
Dr. Lauren Akers is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Akers 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. Akers treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Akers 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
Medical University 'Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov' Varna Faculty of Medicine 2002
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Leukemia
- Dermal Aesthetics
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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