
Mr. Derek Robert Hanson M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
450 BROOKLINE AVE BOSTON MA, 02215About
Dr. Derek Hanson is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Wilmington, DE. Dr. Hanson 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. Hanson treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Hanson 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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1600 Rockland Rd -Wilmington, DE 19803Get Direction
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