John J Welch MD, PHD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
2040 Antananarivo Pl Dulles VA, 20189About
Dr. John Welch is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Dulles, VA. Dr. Welch 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. Welch treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Welch 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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