Melissa S Silva NP
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
111 Michigan Ave Nw Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Melissa Silva is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Silva 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. Silva treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Silva 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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