Dr. Valerie I Brown M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3601 Tvc Nashville TN, 37232About
Dr. Valerie Brown is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Brown 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. Brown treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Brown 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
Univ of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1996
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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