Dr. Rathi V Iyer M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA, 70605About
Dr. Rathi Iyer is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Iyer 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
Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India 1966
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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