Dr. Willard T Dalton MD
Hematologist-Pathologist | Hematology
8166 MAIN STREET HOUMA LA, 70360About
Dr. Willard Dalton is a hematology pathologist practicing in HOUMA, LA. Dr. Dalton specializes in reviewing blood samples and interpreting laboratory results. These results give them an idea of whether certain diseases are malignant or not, in order for them to properly determine what exact treatment is needed. Hematology pathologists are normally experts in leukemia, lymphoma, anemia, hemophilia and many other blood diseases.
Education and Training
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP- Hematology Pathology
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