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Sanford J. Shattil, MD
Hematologist
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About Sanford J. Shattil, MD
Sanford Shattil, MD, is a board-certified hematologist who focuses on disorders of blood platelets, bleeding disorders and the diagnosis and treatment of arterial and venous thrombosis. His basic research interests are in the areas of cell adhesion and cell signaling in normal and abnormal blood and vascular cells. His work has been published in dozens of professional journals. Dr. Shattil completed a fellowship in hematology at Boston City Hospital/Harvard Medical School, where he was also a resident. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He is board certified in hematology and internal medicine.
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UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
Health Insurance Plans AcceptedMedical Degree
- University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL
Fellowship
- Boston City Hospital, Boston, MA
Residency
- Boston City Hospital, Boston, MA
Gender
- Male
Date Joined Staff
- 2004-07-01
Board Certifications
- Hematology
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Conditions and Treatments
- Benign and Malignant Hematology
- Bleeding Disorder (Coagulopathy)
- Hypercoagulable States
- Myeloproliferative Disorders
- Platelet Disorders
- Polycythemia
- White Cell Disorders
- Thrombosis
- Anemia
Insurance Information
UC San Diego Health accepts most major health insurance plans, but you should verify that your plan covers this provider and all services and locations. The information in the link below does not apply to affiliate providers, who are not employed by UC San Diego Health.
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