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Dr. Maria Velez Yanguas, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology*
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37 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Maria Velez Yanguas, MD

Dr. Maria Velez Yanguas, MD is a Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO / MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS and is affiliated with Tulane Medical Center, Byrd Regional Hospital, Children's Hospital, Riverside Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital and St. James Parish Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Velez Yanguas an average 3.0 star rating.

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    200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 896-9740

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

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    • 37 years of experience
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    • 1306869268
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    Education & Certifications

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    • UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO / MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
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    • Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
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