Dr. Roger A Vega MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1120 15th St Augusta GA, 30912About
Dr. Roger Vega is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Augusta, GA. Dr. Vega 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. Vega treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Vega 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
Universidad Central del Este (UCE) Facultad de Medicina 1979
Xiangya School of Medicine
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFellowships
- Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Physicians
What do you attribute your success to?
- Passion
Hobbies / Sports
- Boating, Golf
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