Pathology Doctors in Gulf Shores, AL Accepting Medicare

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Dr. Joseph C. Sapala, M.D.
Pathology - Forensic Pathology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 638 Glen Eagles Ave, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Phone: 251-967-3051    Fax: 251-967-3051

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Pathology
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Pathology: A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.


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