Dr. Amy E. Armstrong M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1 CHILDRENS PL SAINT LOUIS MO, 63110About
Dr. Amy Armstrong is a pediatric hematologist practicing in SAINT LOUIS, MO. Dr. Armstrong 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. Armstrong treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Armstrong 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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