Dr. Yacoub J Faroun MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
701 Ostrum Street Suite 403 Bethlehem PA, 18015About
Dr. Yacoub Faroun is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Fairmont, WV. Dr. Faroun specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Univ of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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