Dr. David R Ungar MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
500 University Dr Hershey PA, 17033About
Dr. David Ungar is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Hershey, PA. Dr. Ungar 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. Ungar treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Ungar 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1986
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1986
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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