Dr. William R Zimmer M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
301 N 8th St Suite 1b201 Springfield IL, 62701About
Dr. William Zimmer is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Zimmer specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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