Dr. Giddell G a Thom MD
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
1515 W Fir St La Casa Family Healt Portales NM, 88130About
Dr. Giddell Thom is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Miami Beach, FL. Dr. Thom 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. Thom treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Thom 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
Universidad De Montemorelos MD
University Of Montemorelos 1995
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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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