Name: Dr. Ross W. Perko,

Specialty: Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Qualification/Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Affiliation(s): The Duluth Clinic, Ltd; Essentia Health-Duluth; Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center

Locations (City/State): Duluth, Minnesota

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1093986176

About the Doctor

Dr. Ross W. Perko is a highly experienced pediatric hematologist-oncologist based in Duluth, Minnesota, with between 11 and 20 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his Pediatrics residency at the University of Minnesota. He further advanced his training through a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship at the University of Tennessee. Dr. Perko specializes in diagnosing and treating blood disorders, cancers, and related conditions in children and adolescents. He is affiliated with Essentia Health-Duluth and Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center and is highly recommended by patients for his compassionate care, thorough examinations, excellent communication, and attentive bedside manner. He is currently accepting new patients and provides specialized pediatric cancer and blood disorder care.

Professional Highlights

• 11–20 years of clinical experience
• Specialist in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
• Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
• Affiliated with leading Essentia Health hospitals
• Highly recommended by patients
• Expertise in childhood blood disorders and cancers
• Accepting new patients

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School

Residency: University of Minnesota Residency in Pediatrics (2007–2010)

Fellowship/Additional Training: University of Tennessee Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (2010–2013)

Licensure: Minnesota State Medical License (Active through 2026) Tennessee State Medical License (Previously Active through 2013)

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Perko specializes in diagnosing and managing blood disorders, cancers, and hematologic conditions affecting infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Common Conditions Treated

• Leukemia
• Lymphoma
• Anemia
• Sickle cell disease
• Hemophilia
• Clotting disorders
• Bleeding disorders
• Bone marrow disorders
• Pediatric cancers
• Blood cell abnormalities
• Lymph gland disorders
• Spleen disorders
• Pediatric hematologic diseases

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Perko performs and oversees specialized diagnostic and treatment-related procedures used in pediatric hematology and oncology care.

Procedures & Treatments

• Pediatric cancer evaluations
• Blood disorder assessments
• Bone marrow examinations
• Hematology consultations
• Oncology consultations
• Chemotherapy management
• Diagnostic laboratory interpretation
• Blood count monitoring
• Treatment planning and follow-up
• Pediatric cancer screening evaluations
• Disease monitoring and surveillance
• Multidisciplinary care coordination

Services Offered

Dr. Perko provides comprehensive pediatric hematology and oncology services for children diagnosed with blood disorders, cancers, and related conditions. His practice focuses on delivering individualized care plans tailored to the unique needs of pediatric patients and their families. He works closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and ongoing support throughout every stage of care.

His services include evaluation and treatment of leukemia, lymphoma, anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, and other pediatric hematologic conditions. Dr. Perko also provides long-term disease monitoring, treatment management, family education, and coordination of specialized therapies. His patient-centered approach emphasizes compassionate care, clear communication, and evidence-based treatment strategies to help children achieve the best possible outcomes.

Key Services

• Pediatric hematology consultations
• Pediatric oncology evaluations
• Leukemia treatment and monitoring
• Lymphoma diagnosis and care
• Sickle cell disease management
• Hemophilia treatment
• Anemia evaluation and management
• Blood disorder diagnosis
• Cancer treatment planning
• Long-term follow-up care
• Family education and support
• Multidisciplinary care coordination

Accepted Insurances

Major Insurance Providers Accepted

• Aetna
• Cigna
• Elevance
• PrimeWest Health
• United Healthcare

Accepted Plan Types

Plan Types Accepted

• PPO
• HMO
• POS
• EPO
• Medicare Plans

Practice Locations

Location 1

Address: 400 E 3rd St, Essentia Health Duluth Clinic Duluth, MN 55805

Phone:
(218) 786-8364

Hospital Affiliations

Affiliated Hospitals

• Essentia Health-Duluth, Duluth, MN
• Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center, Duluth, MN

Affiliated Medical Group

• The Duluth Clinic, Ltd