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Dr. Michael Potter

Hematologist

, London, United Kingdom

31 Years of experience

Speaks: English

USD 1500 USD 1350 for video consultation


Dr.Michael Potter is a specialized Transplant Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Kingdom. The doctor has 31 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Kingdom.
Dr. Zhu Jun

Hematologist

, Shanghai, China

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Chinese,English

USD 700 USD 650 for video consultation


Dr.Zhu Jun is a specialized Transplant Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in China. The doctor has 20 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in China.
Dr. Mehmet Akif Yesilipek

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

44 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Turkish

 


Dr. Mehmet Akif Yesilipek is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mehmet Akif Yesilipek is part of:

  • Member of Turkish Foundation of Pediatrics
  • Member of Turkish Society of Hematology
  • Member of European Haematology Association
  • Member of Mediterranean Thalassemia Society
  • Member of Turkish Pediatric Oncology Group
  • Member of Turkish Pediatric Pediatric Hematology
  • Member for Blood Blood and Marrow Transplantation
  • Member of American Society of Hematology

Qualifications :

  • Ondokuz May University
  • Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education Ondokuz May University Children's
  • Health and Diseases USA - Specialization Mediterranean University Faculty of Medicine - Pediatric Hematology

Hospital Address :

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mehmet Akif Yesilipek?

  • Dr Mehmet Akif Yesilipek is an acclaimed haematologist with more than 20 years of experience in offering effective treatments for conditions such as leukaemia and Thalassemia. He is also renowned for his proficiency in performing bone marrow transplantation for a range of ailments. Dr Mehmet is well-known for his expertise in pediatric haematology.
  • In 1984, he completed a specialization course in Pediatrics at the Faculty of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayis University. He also obtained a Specialization Certificate in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the Faculty of Medicine, Akdeniz University.
  • Dr Mehmet participates in training courses on a regular basis to upgrade his knowledge and skills in his area of specialization. For instance, he completed The Third ESH-EBMT Postgraduate Training Course on Blood and Bone Marrow Transplantation conducted by the European School of Haematology in Berlin, in 1998. He also participated in the Advanced ICAS-Training Course on Blood Stem Transplantation: State-of-the-Arts, Methods, and Perspectives organized by the European Council for Accreditation in Hematology in association with the European School of Hematology in Ulm, 2003.
  • Dr Mehmet was appointed as the President of the Turkish Pediatric Hematology Association(2009-2011) because of his exceptional expertise in the field of haematology. He was also a member of the Stem Cell Scientific Committee of the Ministry of Health(2008-2012) and a member of the Ministry of Health, Hemoglobinopathy Scientific Committee(2010-2015).
  • He is a member of leading professional organizations such as the National Pediatric Hematology Federation in Turkey, the European Organization for Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant, and the Hematology Committee of America.
  • Dr Yesilipek has published his research in many distinguished journals. Some of his publications are:
    1. YEŞİLİPEK M. Akif, Standard and Low Birth Weight Formula Compared for Effects on Growth of Preterm Infants, The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics, 34:31-36, 1992.
    2. UYGUN V, KARASU G, DALOĞLU H, ÖZTÜRKMEN S, ÇAKI KILIÇ S, HAZAR V, YEŞİLİPEK A. Haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplantation with post-transplant high-dose cyclophosphamide in high-risk children: A single-centre study. Pediatric Transplant. 2019 Jul 6:e13546.
    3. KOCACİK UYGUN DF, UYGUN V, DALOĞLU H, ÖZTÜRKMEN SI, KARASU GT, HAZAR V, YEŞİLİPEK A. Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome After DLI in a SCID Patient After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. J Pediatr Hematol Oncol. 2018 Apr;40(3).

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Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Turkish

 


Dr. Ceyhun Bozkurt is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics, Child Health and Diseases Education And Research Hospital - Pediatric Oncology - Specialization
  • Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics, Children's Health and Diseases Education And Research Hospital - Child Hematology-Oncology - Subsidiary Specialization
  • Dr. Sami Ulus Obstetrics, Child Health and Diseases Education And Research Hospital - Pediatric Hematology-Oncology - Associate Professorship

Hospital Address :

Bah

Dr. Songul Serefhanoglu

Hematologist

Istanbul, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Turkish

 


Dr. Songul Serefhanoglu is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • 1994 - 2000 - Firat University, Elazig / Turkey
Dr. Thanda Lucy Ann Joshua

Radiation oncologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

13 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Thanda Lucy Ann Joshua is a specialized Medical Oncologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications :

  • D.M. (Medical Oncology) from Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai, India. She obtained her post graduate degree -M.D (General Medicine) from Father Muller Medical College, Karnataka, India in 2009 and M.B.B.S. from Kasturba Medical College, Karnataka, India in 2006

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Thanda Lucy Ann Joshua?

  • Dr Thanda Lucy Ann Joshua is an acclaimed medical oncologist with over 13 years of experience in her field of interest.
  • Dr Thanda specializes in breast, cervical, ovarian, colorectal, lung, hemato-oncology and emergency management of cancer. Additionally, she is also proficient in bone marrow transplantation and chemotherapy services.
  • She is a member of the Indian Medical Association.
  • Dr Joshua regularly publishes papers in many respected journals. Some of her publications include:
    1. The Burden of Gynecologic Cancers in the UAE.
    2. Establishment of the First Comprehensive Adult and Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Unit in the United Arab Emirates: Rising to the Challenge.
Dr. Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair

Hematologist

, Gurgaon, India

7 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Malayalam

 


Dr Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair is one of the most sought after Haemato Oncologist in Kerala, India. The medical specialist holds over 12 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair is part of:

  • European Hematology association (EHA)
  • Indian society of hematology and transfusion medicine (ISHTM)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Ragesh Radhakrishnan Nair

  • Medical expertise in adult and pediatric bone marrow transplants (BMT), treating Multiple Myeloma, and lymphomas.
  • Specialises in treatment of leukemia like AML/ALL/MPAL, CLL, MDS, CML, Myelofibrosis, and more blood disorders.
  • Transplants done on patients from India, as well as Iraq, Oman, Saudi Arabia, many African countries, UK, Netherlands, Switzerland, USA, Canada, and the CSR countries.
  • His professional qualifications are MBBS, MD (AIIMS, Delhi), DM (AIIMS, Delhi).
  • His focus areas of treatments are Allogeneic BMT, BMT, Autologous BMT, Haplogenic BMT, Thalassemia Treatment, and Sickle Cell Anemia.
  • He is credited with a strong research background, publication of papers in various scientific journals as well as authoring book chapters.
Dr. Raghuram C P

Hematologist

, Bangalore, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Kannada ,Hindi

 


Dr. Raghuram C P is a specialized Hematologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 25+ Years of experience and is associated with Aster CMI Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Raghuram C P is part of:

  • Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
  • Member of the Royal College of Paediatrics
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics
  • Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences

Qualifications :

  • MD in Pediatrics
  • Paediatric Higher Specialty Training at the Eastern Deanery Cambridge, UK
  • Pediatric Oncology Training at Christie Hospital-Manchester, Addenbrookes Hospital-Cambridge, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children-Bristol

Hospital Address :

Aster CMI Hospital, Hebbal Bangalore, National Highway 44, Sahakar Nagar, Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Ozkan Sayan

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Ozkan Sayan is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15+ Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • GATA Military Medical Faculty Ankara-1989
  • GATA Haydarpa?a Education Hosp. - 2004

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Wichit Arpornwirat

Radiation oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Wichit Arpornwirat is a specialized Medical Oncologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • M.D Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1983-1989
  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Hematology Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1991-1993
  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Internal Medicine and Oncology, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1995-1996

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

What is the medical expertise of Dr Wichit Arpornwirat?

  • Dr Wichit Arpornwirat is a leading medical oncologist with expertise in immunotherapy, chemotherapy, acute lymphocytic leukaemia, breast biopsy and hairy cell leukaemia.
  • Dr Wichit obtained a Diploma from the Thai Board of Internal Medicine and Oncology in 1996 and a Diploma from the Thai Board of Hematology Medicine in 1993. Additionally, he completed a Fellowship in Stem Cell Transplantation at the Beth Israel Hospital, Harvard Medical School, USA. He was a Fellow of Medicine Oncology, at Siriraj Medical School, Mahidol University.
  • Dr Wichit has many publications to his credit. Some of his research papers are:

Phase 2 trial results with the novel neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist casopitant in combination with ondansetron and dexamethasone for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in cancer patients receiving moderately emetogenic chemotherapy.

  1. Clonal Evolutionary Analysis during HER2 Blockade in HER2-Positive Inflammatory Breast Cancer: A Phase II Open-Label Clinical Trial of Afatinib +/- Vinorelbine.
Dr. Suna Emir

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Suna Emir is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine (1989)
  • Postgraduate Education (Residency) Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Pediatrics Residency Program (1995)
  • Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Residency Program (2016)

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Sam Zebari

Hematologist

, London, United Kingdom

35 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Sam Zebari is a specialized Hematologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Cancer Centre London.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sam Zebari is part of:

  • British Medical Association (BMA)
  • Medical Defence Union (The MDU)
  • European Hematology Association (EHA)
  • American Society of Hematology (ASH)

Certifications :

  • FRCP(UK)
  • FRCPath

Qualifications :

  • MBCHB
  • M.SC(HAEM)

Hospital Address :

Cancer Centre London, Parkside, London, UK

What is the medical expertise of Dr Sam Zebari?

  • Dr Sam Zebari is a reputed hematologist with more than 35 years of experience in treating hematological malignancies such as multiple myeloma, lymphoma, chronic and acute leukemia, various myeloproliferative disorders, and anemia and clotting disorders.
  • Dr Zebari is a part of many well-respected organizations such as the American Society of Hematology (ASH), the British Medical Association(BMA)and the European Hematology Association (EHA).
  • He is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians and a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists.
Dr. Halit imdat

Pediatric Neurologist

Samsun, Turkey

13 Years of experience

 


Dr. Khalid Help is a specialized Pediatric Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • May University Faculty of Medicine May University Faculty of Medicine, Pediatrics USA
Dr. Piya Rujkijyanont

Hematologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

12 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Thai

 


Dr. Piya Rujkijyanont is a specialized Hematologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Vejthani Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Doctor Faculty of Medicine (First Class Honors), Pramongkutklao Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 2001
  • Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics, 2008
  • Diplomate of the American Subboard of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, 2013

Hospital Address :

Vejthani Hospital, 1 Soi Lat Phrao 111 Klong-Chan Bangkapi Bangkok, Thailand

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About Hematologist

Hematologist is a doctor specialized in diagnosing, treating and preventing disorders related to blood and lymphatic system including lymph nodes and blood vessels.

Your phycisian will recommend you to visit a hematologist for a checkup if he witnesses any disorder, abnormality or any risk for conditions involving your red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), blood platelets, blood vessels, bone marrow, lymph nodes or spleen. Some of the major ones being:

  • Anemia or low red blood cells
  • Blood clotting disorder
  • Cancers that affect bone marrow, lymph nodes, or white blood cells (Leukemia, lymphoma or multiple myeloma)
  • Infections in the blood cells
  • Faulty red blood cells disease (Sickle cell disease)

Procedures Performed

Hematologist performs various tests for monitoring, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood disorders, some of the major ones being:

  • Complete blood count (CBC)
  • Prothrombin time (PT)
  • Partial thromboplastin time (PTT)
  • International normalized ratio (INR)
  • Bone marrow biopsy
  • Ablation therapy
  • Blood transfusions
  • Bone marrow transplants and stem cell donations
  • Cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and biological therapies
  • Growth factor treatments
  • Immunotherapy

Top Hematologists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Tarek AssiBellevue Medical Center, Mansourieh
Dr. Alev Akyol-
Dr. Ramaswamy N VAster Medicity, Kochi
Dr. Suporn ChuncharuneePhyathai 2 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Sumant GuptaSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Nitin SoodMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr. Omer Onder SavasMedicana Bursa Hospital, Bursa
Dr. Yasemin Altuner TorunIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, Istanbul

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Hematologist

Hematologists are highly trained healthcare providers who specialize in blood diseases & disorders. Use of video consultations for patients with Hematological disorders can ease their discomfort of traveling, chronic infections, fatigue, high amount of money & time consumption, waiting in long queues, etc. They can sit back at home, and consult any of the top-notch Hematologists in 20+ countries via Telemedicine by MediGence. The need for the use of telemedicine is expected to increase more in the coming years. Following are the other reasons to consider an online consultation with a Hematologist-

  • Hematologist should be your best point of contact if you are feeling any symptoms of blood disorders like bleeding into joints, heavy menstruation, easy bruising, etc. or you have been diagnosed with a disorder/disease.
  • A hematologist is well-acknowledged with all the blood-related disorders like deep vein thrombosis, hemophilia, leukemia, and others. Their years of experience have trained them enough to alleviate the situation in a hassle-free manner
  • All hematologists have a minimum of nine years of education, including a 3-year residency and up to 4 years of specialty training. While some hematologists focus on specific diseases and organs that demand additional training.
  • Patients can get qualitative & prompt medical attention, consultation, and second opinions at a single stop
  • The doctor extensively checks the patient's condition and the medical reports are shared online in a video calling consultation, just as they do in face-to-face consultations.
  • The hematologist will first review the patient's prior records, including their medical history, laboratory test results, and blood test results; before providing them with an unbiased & authentic opinion
  • The doctor may be able to provide a definitive diagnosis after analyzing every necessary detail for your accurate & qualitative care.
  • Once a patient is diagnosed with a blood-related disorder, hematology follow-ups will make up a major part of his medical care plan, which is easily accessible via online consultations
  • Online consultation with an expert in hematology can give you the hope and assurance that you need in choosing a safe and reliable treatment option that you deserve.
  • There is a small chance that some blood disease treatments will have long-term health repercussions. Therefore, you can choose the best-suited treatment plan, accordingly
  • It will make you confident about the blood disorder treatment, with expert validation
  • You won't have to answer the same questions over and over; your medical history will be saved online and may be accessed at any time.
  • Virtual medical care is inexpensive and very time-efficient. The initial consultation takes only approx 20 mins and does not require much effort & money to approach a specialist.
  • Consulting with a doctor online can reduce the chances of catching any new infectious illness
  • Online consultation with a prominent & board-certified Hematologist via Telemedicine can cost you between 123 USD- 456 USD

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Hematologists offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top hematologists available for online consultation:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Hematologists?

Some of the most popular procedures performed by hematologists are:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Hematologist?

Some of the conditions performed by hematologists are:

  • Lymphoma
  • Spinal Injury
  • Leukemia
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Thalassemia
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AMI)
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Orthopedic Conditions
Who is a Hematologist?

Hematologists are internal medicine doctors who have training in disorders related to the bone marrow, blood, and lymphatic system. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or blood banks. Hematologists who practice in labs are called hematopathologists. They are well- trained in pathology, a branch of medicine that studies body tissues and the blood with microscopes or tests.

If your primary care physician has advised you to see a hematologist, it might be because you are at risk for a disease involving the red or white blood cells, blood vessels, platelets, bone marrow, spleen, and lymph nodes.

A hematologist:

  • Diagnoses and treats chronic and acute diseases that affect the blood including issues with blood clotting, blood cell production, and cancer
  • Provides screening of blood disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, hemophilia
  • Performs a physical exam and studies the patient’s personal as well as family medical history
  • Orders and evaluates blood and genetic tests and also prescribes medications

A hematologist may also be known by the following names: blood disease specialist or blood doctor.

What are the qualifications of a Hematologist?

When choosing a hematologist, board certification plays a key role. A doctor might treat patients with blood disorders and conditions without being board certified in hematology. However, training, education, experience and certification establish the hematologist’s level of competence. Also, board certification tells whether the doctor has completed a training program and cleared an exam demonstrating their expertise in hematology.

This is the pathway:

• Graduation in medicine (MBBS) followed by post graduation programme (MD or DO).

• Residency training as well as certification exam in internal medicine

• More training (fellowship programs) and certification exams in hematology.

What conditions do Hematologists treat?

A hematologist treats conditions that involve the blood including:

  • Anemia
  • Bleeding disorders including von Willebrand disease and hemophilia
  • Blood cancer including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma
  • Blood clots and clotting disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis
  • HIV/AIDs including anemia and AIDs-related lymphoma
  • Iron storage disorders including hemochromatosis
  • Malaria
  • Spinal Injury
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Thalassemia
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Multiple Myeloma
What diagnostic tests are required by a Hematologist?

A hematologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic tests, such as:

  • Biopsy
  • Blood plasma and platelet tests
  • Genetic testing for sickle cell anemia and hemophilia
  • Laboratory tests including complete blood count
  • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  • International normalized ratio
  • Partial thromboplastin time
  • Prothrombin time
When should you visit a Hematologist?

Your primary care doctor may tell you to see a hematologist if you have the following symptoms:

  • Fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, weakness, headache, brittle nails, hair loss, shortness of breath
  • Irregular heartbeat, whooshing sound in the ears, pale or yellow skin
  • Bleeding disorder symptoms like bleeding gums, bruising, excessive bleeding when cut, heavy menstrual bleeding, and unexplained nosebleeds
  • Blood clotting disorder symptoms
  • Fever, fatigue, headaches, chills, weakness, night sweats, swollen tonsils
  • Lymphoma symptoms, such as fever, swollen lymph nodes, weakness, fatigue, sweating, weight loss, chest pain
  • Myeloma symptoms like anemia, bone pain, fractures, and weight loss.
  • Sickle cell anemia symptoms including swelling of the hands and feet, and dark urine
What can you expect from your first visit with a Hematologist?

You might not always come face to face with a hematologist. They often work closely with your pediatrician, internist, oncologist, or other primary doctor to study your test results or to evaluate your condition. A lab technician who collects your blood sample isn’t a doctor.

They will conduct a physical exam to test the functioning of the body. In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Hematologist?

Some popular procedures performed by hematologists are:

  • CAR-T
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Blood transfusion
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Ablation therapy

FAQs related to

Who is a Hematologist?

Hematologists are internal medicine doctors who have training in disorders related to the bone marrow, blood, and lymphatic system. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or blood banks. Hematologists who practice in labs are called hematopathologists. They are well- trained in pathology, a branch of medicine that studies body tissues and the blood with microscopes or tests.

If your primary care physician has advised you to see a hematologist, it might be because you are at risk for a disease involving the red or white blood cells, blood vessels, platelets, bone marrow, spleen, and lymph nodes.

A hematologist:

  • Diagnoses and treats chronic and acute diseases that affect the blood including issues with blood clotting, blood cell production, and cancer
  • Provides screening of blood disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, hemophilia
  • Performs a physical exam and studies the patient’s personal as well as family medical history
  • Orders and evaluates blood and genetic tests and also prescribes medications

A hematologist may also be known by the following names: blood disease specialist or blood doctor.

What are the qualifications of a Hematologist?

When choosing a hematologist, board certification plays a key role. A doctor might treat patients with blood disorders and conditions without being board certified in hematology. However, training, education, experience and certification establish the hematologist’s level of competence. Also, board certification tells whether the doctor has completed a training program and cleared an exam demonstrating their expertise in hematology.

This is the pathway:

• Graduation in medicine (MBBS) followed by post graduation programme (MD or DO).

• Residency training as well as certification exam in internal medicine

• More training (fellowship programs) and certification exams in hematology.

What conditions do Hematologists treat?

A hematologist treats conditions that involve the blood including:

  • Anemia
  • Bleeding disorders including von Willebrand disease and hemophilia
  • Blood cancer including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma
  • Blood clots and clotting disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis
  • HIV/AIDs including anemia and AIDs-related lymphoma
  • Iron storage disorders including hemochromatosis
  • Malaria
  • Spinal Injury
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Hematological Disorders
  • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Thalassemia
  • Congenital Neutropenia
  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Neuromuscular Disorders
  • Multiple Myeloma
What diagnostic tests are required by a Hematologist?

A hematologist can order a wide variety of diagnostic tests, such as:

  • Biopsy
  • Blood plasma and platelet tests
  • Genetic testing for sickle cell anemia and hemophilia
  • Laboratory tests including complete blood count
  • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  • International normalized ratio
  • Partial thromboplastin time
  • Prothrombin time
When should you visit a Hematologist?

Your primary care doctor may tell you to see a hematologist if you have the following symptoms:

  • Fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, weakness, headache, brittle nails, hair loss, shortness of breath
  • Irregular heartbeat, whooshing sound in the ears, pale or yellow skin
  • Bleeding disorder symptoms like bleeding gums, bruising, excessive bleeding when cut, heavy menstrual bleeding, and unexplained nosebleeds
  • Blood clotting disorder symptoms
  • Fever, fatigue, headaches, chills, weakness, night sweats, swollen tonsils
  • Lymphoma symptoms, such as fever, swollen lymph nodes, weakness, fatigue, sweating, weight loss, chest pain
  • Myeloma symptoms like anemia, bone pain, fractures, and weight loss.
  • Sickle cell anemia symptoms including swelling of the hands and feet, and dark urine
What can you expect from your first visit with a Hematologist?

You might not always come face to face with a hematologist. They often work closely with your pediatrician, internist, oncologist, or other primary doctor to study your test results or to evaluate your condition. A lab technician who collects your blood sample isn’t a doctor.

They will conduct a physical exam to test the functioning of the body. In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Hematologist?

Some popular procedures performed by hematologists are:

  • CAR-T
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Blood transfusion
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Ablation therapy