Dr. Sharon K. Lockhart MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd Suite 401 Austin TX, 78723About
Dr. Sharon Lockhart is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Lockhart 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. Lockhart treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Lockhart 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
U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx 1982
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
Clinical Trials
- Assessing Compliance With Mercaptopurine Treatment in Younger Patients With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in First Remission
- Maintenance Chemotherapy or Observation Following Induction Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy in Treating Younger Patients With Newly Diagnosed Ependymoma
- Study of Kidney Tumors in Younger Patients
- Neuropsychological and Behavioral Testing in Younger Patients With Cancer
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