Dr. Krishna A Rao M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
415 N 9th St Springfield IL, 62702About
Dr. Krishna Rao is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Rao 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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