Dr. Niketa C Shah MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1919 E Thomas Rd Building B Phoenix AZ, 85016About
Dr. Niketa Shah is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Shah 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. Shah treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Shah 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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