John Hitchings Carter M.D., PH.D
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3181 SW SAM JACKSON PARK RD PORTLAND OR, 97239About
Dr. John Carter is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Carter 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. Carter treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Carter 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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