Dr. Joan Weens MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 1100 Atlanta GA, 30342About
Dr. Joan Weens is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Weens 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
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1970
Harvard Medical School 1970
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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