Dr. Eric J. Kawaoka MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
9400 Rosecrans Ave Bellflower CA, 90706About
Dr. Eric Kawaoka is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Bellflower, CA. Dr. Kawaoka 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. Kawaoka treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Kawaoka 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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