Dr. Devang J Pastakia MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Division Of Pediatric Hematology Oncology 2200 Pierce Ave, Prb Nashville TN, 37232About
Dr. Devang Pastakia is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Pastakia 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. Pastakia treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Pastakia 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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