Dr. Melissa R Jefferson MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3333 Burnet Avenue Ml 5012 Cincinnati OH, 45229About
Dr. Melissa Jefferson is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Jefferson 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. Jefferson treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Jefferson 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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