Dr. William Michael Gerba M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
935 Northern Blvd Suite 300 Great Neck NY, 11021Rating
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Dr. William Gerba is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Great Neck, NY. Dr. Gerba 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. Gerba treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Gerba 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
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University 1973
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Leukemia
- Tonsillitis
- Stomach Flu
- Strep Throat
- Dermal Aesthetics
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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