Multiple Myeloma Center - Porterville, CA
Porterville Oncologist Doctors for Multiple MyelomaType of Physician: Oncologist What is a Oncologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine. Oncologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. They decide on and administer chemotherapy as well as consult with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer. Specialty: Medical Oncology Common Name: Cancer Doctor Oncologist Doctors in Porterville * Comprehensive Blood/Cancr Ctr  Comprehensive Blood/Cancr Ctr  California Cancer Center  Childrens Hosp Centrl Calif Onc  Childrens Hosp Centrl Calif Onc Porterville, CaliforniaUpcoming Local Events2013-05-18
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Multiple MyelomaWhat is multiple myeloma?Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer. Cancer is a group of many related diseases. Myeloma is a cancer that starts in plasma cells, a type of white blood cell. It's the most common type of plasma cell canc... Other Related Multiple Myeloma ArticlesEmergency Contact for Porterville
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