Hematologist & Oncologist
Dr. Howard J. Hoffman is a Hematologist & Oncologist in New York, NY
with special training and skill in the diagnosis, treatment and/or prevention of blood diseases and cancers.
As a Hematologist & Oncologist, Howard J. Hoffman, MD performs
diagnosis and treatment of blood cancers, such as Hodgkins and non-Hodgkins lymphomas, leukemias and multiple myelomas, and also manages treatment of solid tumors. Hematology & Oncology is
the diagnosis, treatment and prevention, as well as research into blood diseases and cancer. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Hematologists & Oncologists include iron-deficiency anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Hematologists & Oncologists
include hemoglobin electrophoresis blood testing, human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing, positron emission tomography (PET), bone marrow aspiration, lumbar puncture (spinal tap), or stem cell and bone marrow transplants.
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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Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist
Dr. Howard J. Hoffman is a Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist in New York, NY
with special training and skill in studying the functions and dysfunctions of the immune system.
As a Clinical & Laboratory Immunologist, Howard J. Hoffman, MD performs
laboratory tests to identify abnormal immune system reactions. Clinical & Laboratory Immunology is
the diagnosis of immune system disorders to enable treatment development. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Clinical & Laboratory Immunologists include allergies, autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, and HIV.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical & Laboratory Immunologists
include blood and antibody tests.
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Internal Medicine Doctor
Dr. Howard J. Hoffman is an Internal Medicine Doctor in New York, NY
with special training and skill in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of adults across the spectrum from health to complex illness. Internists specialize in puzzling medical problems and in the ongoing care of chronic illnesses. Internists also specialize in preventing disease by promoting health, and are trained to manage multisystem disease conditions that single-organ-disease specialists may not be trained to address.
As an Internal Medicine Doctor, Howard J. Hoffman, MD performs
assessment, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment therapies for diseases and disorders in adult patients. Internal Medicine is
a medical specialty focused on study, prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of short and long term multi-organ conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Internal Medicine Doctors include cold and flu, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and chronic lung disease. Internists generally act as personal physicians and often develop long-term relationships with their patients.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Internal Medicine Doctors
include medical history reviews, physical exams, blood tests, scans, and other diagnostic tests, as well as specialist referrals. Internists may choose to practice only in the hospital, only in an outpatient clinic, or in both.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
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Primary Care Doctor
Primary Care Doctors in Far Rockaway, New York, NY
