Dr. James C Sharp M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd Suite 401 Austin TX, 78723About
Dr. James Sharp is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Sharp 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. Sharp treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Sharp 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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Texas A&M University, TX 1963
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