Dr. Jody Z Kerr MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
880 6th St S Saint Petersburg FL, 33701About
Dr. Jody Kerr is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Saint Petersburg, FL. Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Kerr 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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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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