Allison Spencer Bechtel D.O.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
807 CHILDRENS WAY JACKSONVILLE FL, 32207About
Dr. Allison Bechtel is a pediatric hematologist practicing in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Dr. Bechtel 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. Bechtel treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Bechtel 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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