Dr. James Palis MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
601 Elmwood Ave Box 635 Rochester NY, 14642About
Dr. James Palis is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Rochester, NY. Dr. Palis 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. Palis treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Palis 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
Univ of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1981
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1981
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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