Dr. Ofelia A Alvarez MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1601 Nw 12th Ave Miami FL, 33101About
Dr. Ofelia Alvarez is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Alvarez 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. Alvarez treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Alvarez 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
Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr 1982
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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