Dr. Jesika Shah MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1900 Hollister Dr Suite 330 Libertyville IL, 60048About
Dr. Jesika Shah is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Libertyville, IL. Dr. Shah 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. Shah treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Shah 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
Kj Somaiya Mc Maharashtra MD
K.J. Somaiya Medical College 1998
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Pneumonia
- Flu
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Conjunctivitis
- Strep Throat
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