Hematology & Oncology Doctors in Marrero, LA Accepting Medicare

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Robert M Kessler, MD
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 4513 Westbank Expy, Marrero, LA 70072
Phone: 504-349-6360    Fax: 504-349-6363
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Dr. Shibu Varughese, M.D.
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 3400, Marrero, LA 70072
Phone: 504-265-8304    Fax: 504-309-4193

Hematology & Oncology: An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.


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