Dr. Akila Muthukumar M.D.,
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
445 Lenox Road 8th Floor Brooklyn NY, 11203About
Dr. Akila Muthukumar specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. She received her medical degree from Coimbatore Medical College in Coimbatore, India in 1990. She completed his residency in Pedi ...
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Fellowships
- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Children's Hospital of Michigan 2007
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