Dr. Alfred H Chan M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
6323 111th St Sw Lakewood WA, 98499About
Dr. Alfred Chan is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Lakewood, WA. Dr. Chan 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
Natl Defense Med Ctr, Taipei, Taiwan 1972
National Defense Med Center 1972
National Defense Medical Center 1972
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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