Dr. Maria Pelidis MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
750 Washington St Nemc Box 836 Boston MA, 02111About
Dr. Maria Pelidis is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Pelidis 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. Pelidis treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Pelidis 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
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1990
Harvard Medical School 1990
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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