
Dr. Kavita N Patel M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
6621 Fannin St C 1410. 00 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Kavita Patel is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Patel 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. Patel treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Patel 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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