Dr. Lucien Vandy Black M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1600 7th Ave S Birmingham AL, 35233About
Dr. Lucien Black is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Black 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. Black treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Black 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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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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