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Dr. Vipin Khandelwal

Hematologist

, Delhi, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Vipin Khandelwal is a specialized Hematologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in New Delhi, India. The doctor has over 15+ Years of experience and is associated with BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Observership in Pediatric Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (Pediatrics)
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Hemato-Oncology & BMT

Hospital Address :

BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Prasad Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Ashok Vaid

Radiation oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Ashok Vaid is a specialized Medical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Gurgaon, India. The doctor has over 32 Years of experience and is associated with Medanta - The Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ashok Vaid is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Founder, Member of Indian Cooperative Oncology Network (ICON)
  • Indian Society of Medical & Pediatric Oncology (ISMPO)
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • European Hematology Association (EHA)
  • Member Editorial Board - Current Trends in Asian Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Jammu University, 1984
  • DNB - General Medicine - Jammu University, 1989
  • DM - Oncology - The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 1993

Hospital Address :

Medanta The Medicity, Medicity, Islampur Colony, Sector 38, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Ivetta Danylesko

Hematologist

, Ramat Gan, Israel

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English , Russian

 


Dr. Ivetta Danylesko is a specialized Hematologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Certifications :

  • Clinical Fellowship - Department of Infectious Diseases, the Georgievsky Crimia State Medical University

Qualifications :

  • Medical education - Georgievsky Crimia State Medical University
  • Specialized in Internal Medicine and Hematology - Georgievsky Crimia State Medical University

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ivetta Danylesko?

  • Dr Ivetta Danylesko has over 20 years of experience as a haematologist. She is proficient in treating a range of conditions including anaemia, thalassemia, multiple myeloma, leukaemia (chronic and acute), anaplastic large-cell lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and angioimmunoblastic lymphoma. Dr Danylesko is well-known as an expert in bone marrow transplantation.
  • She has Board certifications in Internal Medicine and Hematology.
  • Dr Danylesko is a member of several renowned professional organizations such as the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EMBT), the European Hematology Association(EHA) and the American Society of Hematology(ASH).
  • She completed a Clinical Fellowship at the Department of Infectious Diseases, the Georgievsky Crimia State Medical University.
  • Dr Danylesko has several publications to her credit. Some of her high-impact research papers are:
    1. D'Agostino M, Innorcia S, Boccadoro M, Bringhen S. Monoclonal Antibodies to Treat Multiple Myeloma: A Dream Come True. Int J Mol Sci. 2020 Nov 1;21(21):8192.
    2. Danylesko I, Shimoni A. Second Malignancies after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Curr Treat Options Oncol. 2018 Feb 8;19(2):9.
    3. Danylesko I, Beider K, Shimoni A, Nagler A. Novel strategies for immunotherapy in multiple myeloma: previous experience and future directions. Clin Dev Immunol. 2012;2012:753407.

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Dr. Professor Arnon Naglar

Hematologist

, Ramat Gan, Israel

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Professor Arnon Naglar is a specialized Hematologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Professor Arnon Naglar is part of:

  • ASH
  • ASBMT/CIBMTR
  • EBMT
  • EHA

Certifications :

  • Postdoctoral research fellowship in hematology and bone marrow transplantation at "Stanford University Hospital" Palo Alto, CA, in the USA, from 1986 to 1990.

Qualifications :

  • M.D. certification from the Hebrew University-Hadassah Medical School, Jerusalem
  • Specialized in Internal Medicine and Haematology at the Rambam Medical Center, Haifa
  • MSc. specialization in Hematopoiesis in TA University, Israel

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

Dr. Suporn Chuncharunee

Hematologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

37 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Suporn Chuncharunee is a specialized Hematologist 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.

Association and Memberships Dr. Suporn Chuncharunee is part of:

  • The Royal College of Physicians of Thailand
  • The Thai Society of Hematology
  • American Society of Hematology

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Hematology, Vanderbilt University Nashville, U.S.A. 1990-1992

Qualifications :

  • M.D Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1981-1987

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

Dr. Suradej Hongeng

Hematologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Suradej Hongeng is a specialized Hematologist 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 .

Association and Memberships Dr. Suradej Hongeng is part of:

  • American Board of Pediatrics
  • Thai Board of Pediatrics

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Hematology, Oncology, St.Jude Children Research Hospital, USA, 1993-1996
  • Diploma of The Thai Board of Pediatrics, 1991
  • Diplomate of The American Board of Pediatrics, 1993
  • Diplomate of The American Board of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, 1996

Qualifications :

  • M.D. Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1981-1986
Dr. Faraz A Khan

Hematologist

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Urdu

 


Dr. Faraz A Khan is a specialized Hematologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with American Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Faraz A Khan is part of:

  • Member, American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Board member(Chair, media and public relations committee), Emirates Society of Hematology.(2018-21)
  • Memeber, Emirtaes Medical Accociation
  • Memeber, PEI medical society

Qualifications :

  • American Board of Internal Medicine, University of connecticut, USA, 2002
  • American Board of Medical Oncology, University of connecticut, USA, 2005/recert 2014
  • Diplomate, American Board of Hematology, University of connecticut, USA, 2005/recert 2014

Hospital Address :

American Hospital 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Inci Ayan

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

46 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Inci Ayan is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 26 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Inci Ayan is part of:

  • Turkish Pediatric Oncology Group Association (TPOG)
  • Turkish Oncology Association
  • International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP)
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
  • Turkish Aids Association
  • Fulbright Association
  • Turkish Hematology Association
  • Istanbul Children's Oncology Group (IOG)
  • Istanbul Pediatric Febril Neutropenia Group (IPFEN)

Qualifications :

  • 1991 Istanbul University Oncology Institute / Associate Professor
  • 1990 Children's Hematology and Oncology at Istanbul University Oncology Institute
  • 1984 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Children's Health and Diseases
  • 1978 Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1990 - 1993 Istanbul Un. Oncology Institute Pediatric Oncology Department

Hospital Address :

Dar

Dr. Leyla Agaoglu

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

47 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Leyla Agaoglu is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 47 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Leyla Agaoglu is part of:

  • International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP)
  • Childrens Oncology Group (COG)
  • Turk Pediatri Kurumu
  • American Society of Pediatric Hemotolog, Oncology (ASPHO)
  • Turk Tabipler Kurumu
  • Milli Pediatri Kurumu
  • Turk Pediatrik Onkoloji Grubu Dernegi (TPOG)
  • Turk Pediatrik Hemotoloji Dernegi (TPHD)
  • Turk Hemotolji Dernegi (THD)
  • European Hacmetology Association (EHA)
  • International Society of Hemotology (ISH)
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Qualifications :

  • 1997 Istanbul Universitesi Istanbul Tip Fakultesi Cocuk Hematolojisi ve Onkolojisi
  • 1988 Istanbul Universitesi Istanbul Tip Fakultesi, Cocuk Sagligi ve Hastaliklari / Profesor
  • 1987 Chicago Universitesi Pediatrik Kemik Iligi Transplantasyonu Unitesi
  • 1982 Istanbul Universitesi Istanbul Tip Fakultesi Cocuk Sagligi ve Hastaliklari / Docent
  • 1981 Chicago Universitesi Pediatrik Hematoloji ve Onkoloji / Uzman
  • 1977 Istanbul Universitesi Istanbul Tip Fakultesi Cocuk Sagligi ve Hastaliklari
  • 1973 Istanbul Universitesi Cerrahpasa Tip Fakultesi

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Ece Cetin

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ece Cetin is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 24 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ece Cetin is part of:

  • Pediatrics Association

Qualifications :

  • 1996 Istanbul Universitesi Cerrahpasa Tip Fakultesi Cocuk Sagligi ve Hastaliklari
  • 1986 Istanbul Universitesi Cerrahpasa Tip Fakultesi

Hospital Address :

Yeilk

Dr. Mehmet Akin

Hematologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

46 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Akin is a specialized Hematologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 33 of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 1985 - 1991 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Dr. Omer Onder Savas

Hematologist

, Bursa, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr Omer Onder Savas is one of the most sought after Haematologist in Bursa, Turkey. The clinician holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Marmara University School of Medicine (1994)
  • Ankara Ataturk Education and Research Hospital Internal Medicine Pogram (2010)
  • Ankara Numune Education and Research Hospital Hemotology Medicine Program (2014)

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

Medical Expertise of Dr. Omer Onder Savas

  • Medical expertise of the specialist is Anemias (Acquired/genetic), thalassemias (mediterranean anemia), ITP and other thrombocytopenias, hemolytic anemias, etc.), Multiple myeloma, Myelodysplastic syndrome, Lymphoma, and Hereditary thrombophilia.
  • Other areas of expertise are Hemophilia, Pregnancy-related thrombocytopenia, Chronic myeloid leukrolifera, Chronic diseases (polycythemia) vera, essential thrombocytosis, primary myelofibrosis), and pregnancy follow-up with risk for thrombophilia.
  • His articles have been published in International Refereed Journals and articles have also been published in National Refereed Journals.
  • Papers Presented at International Scientific Meetings and Published in Proceedings and at National Scientific Meetings and Published in Proceedings.
  • Professional training: Internal Medicine Specialization Training, TAF compulsory military service, Hematology minor specialization training.
  • A long and illustrious professional experience from being a Hematology Specialist at Çorum Training and Research Hospital, and Hitit University Assist. Faculty Membership.
  • He has treated patients across a long 2 decades of experience
Dr. Rohan Halder

Hematologist

, Gurgaon, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Rohan Halder is one of the leading Haemato Oncologist in Gurugram, India. The doctor holds over 8 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Rohan Halder is part of:

  • Indian Society of Haematology and Blood Transfusion
  • European Haematology Association

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM
  • PDCC

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Rohan Halder

  • Medical expertise of Dr. Rohan Halder is in Acute Myeloid and Lymphoid Leukemias, Chronic Lymphocytic and Myeloid Leukemias, and Aplastic Anemia and Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes.
  • Myeloproliferative Neoplasms and Myelodysplastic Syndromes, High Dose Therapy with Stem Cell Rescue, and Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant for Benign and Malignant Diseases are the other focus areas of the specialist.
  • In India, he has performed the only allogeneic BMT for paediatric aplastic anaemia with HIV infection.
  • In 2017, he was awarded a DM grant from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to “To study the procalcitonin dynamics and its relation to bacterial and fungal infections in patients of febrile neutropenia.”
  • A number of research papers and case studies have been published by the specialist.
  • Membership of ISHBT, EHA, American Society of Cellular Therapy and Transplantation (previously ASBMT), International Myeloma Foundation, and SIOP.
  • Highly qualified with D.M (Clinical Hematology), Post-Doctoral Certificate Course (PDCC) -Hemato-Oncology, M.D (Pediatrics), and Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (M.B.B.S).

Dr. Kayane Mheidly

Hematologist

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

8 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr.Kayane Mheidly is a specialized Transplant Surgeon. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in United Arab Emirates. The doctor has 8 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in United Arab Emirates.

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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