Dr. Leigh Jessica Marcus M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
600 N Wolfe St Cmsc 800 Baltimore MD, 21287About
Dr. Leigh Marcus is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Marcus 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. Marcus treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Marcus 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
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 2004
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Leukemia
- Dermal Aesthetics
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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