Dr. Laura K Gowans MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
9500 Euclid Ave Cleveland OH, 44195About
Dr. Laura Gowans is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Gowans 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. Gowans treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Gowans 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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