Dr. Geoffrey S Kannan PH.D., M.D.
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
6565 ARLINGTON BLVD FALLS CHURCH VA, 22042About
Dr. Geoffrey Kannan is a pediatric hematologist practicing in FALLS CHURCH, VA. Dr. Kannan 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. Kannan treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Kannan 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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