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Angela Rivers

Angela Rivers

MD

Pediatric hematologist-oncologist

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Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
Fellowships

Shands at the University of Florida, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Residencies

University of South Florida College of Medicine, Pediatric Internal Medicine
Internship

University of South Florida College of Medicine, Pediatric Internal Medicine
Degree

MD, Stanford University School of Medicine

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Selected research

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Dual Assessment of the RBC Fraction Abnormally Retaining Mitochondria and of the RBC Mitochondrial Load Provides a New Clinical Parameter for Sickle Cell Disease Patients.
EJHaem
August 2025
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Hereditary Spherocytosis with Mitochondrial Retention, Increased Oxidative Stress, and Alterations to Bioactive Membrane Lipids.
Journal of pediatric hematology/oncology
June 2024
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Pain Frequency and Health Care Utilization Patterns in Women with Sickle Cell Disease Experiencing Menstruation-Associated Pain Crises.
Journal of women's health (2002)
November 2023
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Soothing the soul

Our music therapy program nurtures patients with bedside serenades, rap workshops and more.