Dr. Prasanna J Ananth MD, MPH
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
300 Longwood Ave Boston MA, 02115About
Dr. Prasanna Ananth is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Ananth 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. Ananth treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Ananth 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
Stanford University School of Medicine 2008
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Leukemia
- Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy
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