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Dr. Carmen Ballestas, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
4.7 (14)
Map Pin Small Hollywood, FL
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Carmen Ballestas, MD

Dr. Carmen Ballestas, MD is a Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Specialist in Hollywood, FL. They specialize in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT BALTIMORE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS and is affiliated with Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.

Dr. Ballestas works at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders in Hollywood, FL. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Ballestas' Office Locations

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    JDCH Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
    1150 N 35th Ave Ste 100, Hollywood, FL 33021 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (954) 820-4597
    Monday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Thursday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Friday
    8:30am - 5:00pm

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    Nov 05, 2020
    Dr. Ballestas is an excellent physician. She is very empathetic towards her patients and families. Her kindness and compassion is visible in her bedside manner.
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    About Dr. Carmen Ballestas, MD

    Specialties
    • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    Gender
    • Female
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    NPI Number
    • 1871667048
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT BALTIMORE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS
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    Board Certifications
    • Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital

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    Dr. Carmen Ballestas, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ballestas is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Ballestas has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Ballestas has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Ballestas works at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders in Hollywood, FL. View the full address on Dr. Ballestas’s profile.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Ballestas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ballestas.

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