Dr. Karen L Ortiz cruz M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
1111 E McDowell Rd Phoenix AZ, 85006About
Dr. Karen Ortiz cruz is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Ortiz cruz 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.
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