Dr. Kathryn R Chan MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
1301 Powell St Norristown PA, 19401About
Dr. Kathryn Chan is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Norristown, PA. Dr. Chan 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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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
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