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Dr. Melanie E. Fields, MD, MSCI is a pediatric oncologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in pediatric hematology/oncology and general pediatrics. Dr. Melanie E. Fields, MD, MSCI is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, St. Louis Children's Hospital and BJC HealthCare.
1 Childrens Place
Saint Louis, MO 63110
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1 Childrens Place Div Ped Hematology and Onc, Suite 9s
Saint Louis, MO 63110
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13001 North Outer 40 Road
Town and Country, MO 63017
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.
She has a state license in Missouri.
Licensed In: Missouri
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Melanie E. Fields, MD, MSCI. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Pfizer Inc. |
$3,055
$3,055 |
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Global Blood Therapeutics, Inc. |
$2,350
OXBRYTA $2,350 |
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. |
$138
ANDEXXA $138 |
Consulting Fee | $5,405 |
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Food and Beverage | $138 |
Dr. Melanie E. Fields, MD, MSCI has received 6 research payments totaling $67,746.
Dr. Melanie Fields' areas of specialization are pediatric hematology/oncology and general pediatrics; she sees patients in Saint Louis, MO and Town and Country, MO. Her professional affiliations include Washington University Physicians and St. Louis Children's Hospital.