Dr. Clarissa E Johnson MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1500 Cooper St Fort Worth TX, 76104About
Dr. Clarissa Johnson is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Johnson 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
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 2003
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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- Anemia
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