Dr. Courtney Thornburg M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3010 CHILDRENS WAY SAN DIEGO CA, 92123About
Dr. Courtney Thornburg is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Thornburg 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. Thornburg treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Thornburg 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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