Dr. Jennifer Reikes Willert M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
8001 Frost St Entrance 10 San Diego CA, 92123About
Dr. Jennifer Willert is a pediatric hematologist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Willert 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. Willert treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Willert 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
Univ of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca 1994
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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