Dr. Lydia A Boateng MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
2545 Schoenersville Rd 3rd Floor Bethlehem PA, 18017About
Dr. Lydia Boateng is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Boateng 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. Boateng treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Boateng 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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