Dr. Maria Elena Echevarria-escudero M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1261 Carr 19 Guaynabo PR, 00966About
Dr. Maria Echevarria-escudero is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Guaynabo, PR. Dr. Echevarria-escudero 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. Echevarria-escudero treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Echevarria-escudero 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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