Dr. Torrey L Mitchell MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1215 Pleasant St Suite 300 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Torrey Mitchell is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Mitchell 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 Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1968
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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