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Dr. Wendy Woods-swafford MD, Hematologist (Pediatric)
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Dr. Wendy Woods-swafford MD

Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

1215 PLEASENT ST. DES MOINES IA, 50309
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Dr. Wendy Woods-swafford is a pediatric hematologist practicing in DES MOINES, IA. Dr. Woods-swafford 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. Woods-swafford treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Woods-swafford can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Hospice and Palliative Medicine

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Dr. Wendy Woods-swafford MD's Practice location

1215 PLEASENT ST. -
DES MOINES, IA 50309
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