Dr. Ruchika Goel MD, MPH
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
5030 Centre Ave Pittsburgh PA, 15213About
Dr. Ruchika Goel is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Goel 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. Goel treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Goel 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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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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