Dr. Saul E. Rivkin MD
Hematologist (Blood Specialist) | Hematology
1221 Madison St Seattle WA, 98104About
Dr. Saul Rivkin is a hematology internist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Rivkin specializes in cases of suspected blood disorders when a diagnosis is unclear and further medical care is needed. Hematology internists work with other specialists such as surgeons, radiation therapists and gynecologists in order to get a better understanding on the cases. Often, patients are asked to participate in clinical research that could result in more efficient treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1964
University of Washington School of Medicine 1964
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Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Phase III Southwest Oncology Group 9415/Intergroup 0153 randomized trial of fluorouracil, leucovorin, and levamisole versus fluorouracil continuous infusion and levamisole for adjuvant treatment of stage III and high-risk stage II colon cancer.
- Randomized, controlled trial of cyclophosphamide, methotrexate, and fluorouracil versus cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and fluorouracil with and without tamoxifen for high-risk, node-negative breast cancer: treatment results of Intergroup Protocol IN
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