Dr. Patrick Pei Chang M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
111 Michigan Ave NW Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Patrick Chang is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Chang 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. Chang treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Chang can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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