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Dr. Maritza Elena Ruiz M.D.

Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

1000 W. Carson St., Box 17 Torrance CA, 90509
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Dr. Maritza Ruiz is a pediatric hematologist practicing in LONG BEACH, CA. Dr. Ruiz 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. Ruiz treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Ruiz 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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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP

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Dr. Maritza Elena Ruiz M.D.'s Practice location

2653 ELM AVE STE 200 -
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
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Dr. Maritza Ruiz, MD

1000 W. Carson St., Box 17 -
Torrance, CA 90509
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