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Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD

Hematology Age 73
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Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bethesda, MD.
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Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD

Hematology Age 73
Bethesda, MD
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bethesda, MD.

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Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Bethesda, MD and has 46 years experience. They graduated from University Of Minnesota in 1977 and completed a residency at University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center.They currently practice at Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and are affiliated with UVA Haymarket Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital. Dr. Boccia has experience treating conditions like Gastrointestinal Malabsorption, Anemia and Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Boccia received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Boccia also speaks Spanish. Dr. Boccia is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
    6410 Rockledge Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817
  2. 2 Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
    19735 Germantown Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
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    09:00 - 17:00
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    09:00 - 17:00
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    09:00 - 17:00
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    09:00 - 17:00

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Feb 25, 2023
Dr. Ralph Boccia is the best Doctor and the best Person!
Genrietta Lagutina — Feb 25, 2023
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Biography
  • Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD is a hematology specialist in Bethesda, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Minnesota in 1977. He specializes in Hematology, Oncology, and more.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties
Hematology
Oncology
Medical Oncology
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of Minnesota
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center
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  • National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Boccia's profile.

Dr. Boccia frequently treats the following conditions: Gastrointestinal Malabsorption, Anemia and Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD is affiliated with UVA Haymarket Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ralph Boccia, MD holds board certification in Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UVA Haymarket Medical Center

    15225 Heathcote Blvd, Haymarket, VA

  • Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD

  • Holy Cross Germantown Hospital

    19801 Observation Dr, Germantown, MD

  • Holy Cross Hospital

    1500 Forest Glen Rd, Silver Spring, MD

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW, Washington, DC

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD