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Dr. David Loeb, MD, PhD is a medical oncologist in Bronx, NY specializing in medical oncology and adult oncology.
3415 BAINBRIDGE AVENUE
Bronx, NY 10467
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
He has a state license in Maryland.
Licensed In: Maryland
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Loeb, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation |
$664
$664 |
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E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. |
$173
$173 |
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
$70
$70 |
Travel and Lodging | $693 |
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Food and Beverage | $214 |
Dr. David Loeb, MD, PhD has received 88 research payments totaling $146,279.
Dr. David Loeb, who practices in Bronx, NY, is a medical specialist in adult oncology and medical oncology. His areas of expertise include leukemia, anemia, and bone cancer (osteosarcoma). His practice in Bronx, NY is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.