Dr. Alexander Starr MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
71 W 156th St Suite 401 Harvey IL, 60426About
Dr. Alexander Starr is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Harvey, IL. Dr. Starr 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
Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il 1995
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Prostate Cancer
- Anemia
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (dvt)
- Permanent Removal Of Ingrown Toenails
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Mark F Kozloff MD71 W 156th St Harvey IL 60426
- Dr. Donne bennett De leon Caces M.D., PH.D.71 W 156TH ST HARVEY IL 60426