Dr. Michael J Fisher M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
34th St. & Civic Center Blvd. Children's Hospital Philadelphia PA, 19104About
Dr. Michael Fisher is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Fisher 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
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1994
Harvard Medical School 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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