Susmitha Vaka M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
2330 Shawnee Mission Pkwy Suite 210, Mail Stop Mission KS, 66205About
Dr. Susmitha Vaka is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Mission, KS. Dr. Vaka 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- Medical Oncology
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