Dr. Alton Wong MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
5525 S PULASKI RD CHICAGO IL, 60629About
Dr. Alton Wong is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Wong 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
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1978
Med College Of Wisconsin 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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