
Dr. Wen-min Chuu M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
620 Howard Ave Op-2 Altoona PA, 16601About
Dr. Wen-min Chuu is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Altoona, PA. Dr. Chuu specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Natl Taiwan Univ Coll Of Med- Taipei- Taiwan (- Prior /) 1979
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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- Dr. Salee L Hoffman M.D.1414 9TH AVE ALTOONA PA 16602
- Dr. James V Lieb D.O.620 Howard Ave Altoona PA 16601
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620 HOWARD AVENUE ALTOONA PA 16601NASON HOSPITALl
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187 HOSPITAL DRIVE TYRONE PA 16686