Dr. Timothy Lax MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
2300 N Childrens Plz Chicago IL, 60614About
Dr. Timothy Lax is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Lax 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. Lax treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Lax 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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