Dr. Juan M Alcantar MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
4955 Van Nuys Blvd Suite 502 Sherman Oaks CA, 91403About
Dr. Juan Alcantar is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Burbank, CA. Dr. Alcantar specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
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