Dr. Jennifer Eileen Shepard MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1510 DIVISION ST OREGON CITY OR, 97045About
Dr. Jennifer Shepard is a pediatric hematologist practicing in OREGON CITY, OR. Dr. Shepard 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. Shepard treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Shepard 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
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine 2010
Provider Details
Treatments
- Warts
- Ear Infection
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Rash
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Croup
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