Jeffrey Toretsky
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw Washington DC, 20007About
Dr. Jeffrey Toretsky is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Toretsky 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. Toretsky treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Toretsky 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
University of Mn Med Sch 1988
University of Minnesota Medical School 1988
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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