Dr. Ruby Kochhar MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
Va Med Ctr 100 Emanc Dr Hampton VA, 23667About
Dr. Ruby Kochhar is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Hampton, VA. Dr. Kochhar 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
Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India 1984
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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