Mrs. Sheila Thampi MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
333 N SANTA ROSA SAN ANTONIO TX, 78207About
Dr. Sheila Thampi is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Thampi 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. Thampi treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Thampi can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
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