Dr. Robert P Sanders MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
3731 Lenten Rose San Antonio TX, 78259About
Dr. Robert Sanders is a pediatric hematologist practicing in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Sanders can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
Education and Training
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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