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Dr. Joseph Charles Torkildson MD

Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

747 52nd St Department Of Hemato Oakland CA, 94609

About

Dr. Joseph Torkildson is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Oakland, CA. Dr. Torkildson 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. Torkildson treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Torkildson 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

Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1982

Med College Of Wisconsin 1982

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Fellowships

  • Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles/ Los Angeles, CA, Peds, Hemat/Oncology    1987
  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles, CA (Pediatric Hematology, Oncology) Pediatric 

Dr. Joseph Charles Torkildson MD's Practice location

Dr. Joseph Torkildson, MD

747 52nd St Department Of Hemato -
Oakland, CA 94609
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New patients: 510-428-3272
Fax: 510-601-3916

1432 S DOBSON RD STE 107 -
MESA, AZ 85202
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New patients: 480-412-4100
Fax: 480-412-5154

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