Dr. Heather Louise Schuback M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
330 Barclay, Ne Suite 300 Grand Rapids MI, 49503About
Dr. Heather Schuback is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Schuback 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. Schuback treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Schuback 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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