The 20 Best Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 77 doctor with experience in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 58 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rebecca Olin is a hematologist who specializes in bone marrow transplantation in adults. Her expertise encompasses treating acute leukemia, myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative disorders (conditions in which the bone marrow makes too many white blood cells) and aplastic anemia (a condition in which the body doesn’t make enough new blood cells). In her research, Olin has a particular interest in studying how best to treat blood cancers in older patients, some of whom may require a bone marrow transplant. Olin earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed a residency in internal medicine as well as a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, serving as chief fellow for one year. She also has a master's degree in clinical epidemiology, with a focus on medical decision making, from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Olin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Olin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology. Dr. Olin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Shah is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Polycythemia Vera. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave # 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Logan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Logan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    2324 Sacramento Street Care Center

    2324 Sacramento Street, Suite 111, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gauri Kelekar is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Kelekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hemochromatosis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Urothelial Cancer. Dr. Kelekar is board certified in Medical Oncology - Internal Medicine Hematology. Dr. Kelekar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Justin P. Quock, MD Private Practice

    929 Clay St, Ste 207, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caring, compassionate, and patient centric care. Dr. Quock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Thrombocytopenia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Quock is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Quock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Edward Y. Chan, MD Private Practice

    728 Pacific Ave, Ste 504, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Tumor, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Chan is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology). Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    UCSF Department Of Laboratory Medicine

    185 Berry St Ste 290, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Karlon is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Karlon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, and Gastric Lymphoma.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A leading expert in hematology-oncology, Dr. Thomas Martin is associate director of UCSF's myeloma program and director of the unrelated donor transplantation programs for adults at UCSF Medical Center. Martin is clinical research director of hematologic malignancies (blood cancers) at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research interests include developing treatments for myeloma and leukemia as well as expanding the use of bone marrow transplants. He has a special interest in umbilical cord blood transplants, and he is involved in efforts to improve outcomes for patients who have transplants from unrelated donors. Martin earned an undergraduate degree at Cornell University and his medical degree at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. After a medical residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at UCSF. In 1999, he joined MD Anderson Cancer Center as an assistant professor of medicine. In 2001, he returned to UCSF. Dr. Martin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Martin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Catherine Smith is a hematologist-oncologist who cares for patients with acute leukemia and myeloproliferative neoplasms (blood cancers that occur when the body overproduces one of the blood cell types). She specializes in acute myeloid leukemia (also known as acute myelogenous leukemia or AML), a cancer of the blood and bone marrow that spreads rapidly. She has a particular interest in treating AML patients who have mutations in the FLT3 gene, which is involved in leukemia cell growth, division and survival and is a factor that may be useful in making a prognosis. Smith's research focuses on understanding why some patients do not respond to AML therapies and on developing new strategies to treat these patients. A San Francisco native, Smith earned her medical degree from Duke University and completed a residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She then completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Myelofibrosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Peter Sayre specializes in adult bone marrow transplantation and other treatments for leukemia, multiple myeloma, lymphoma and Hodgkin's disease. Sayre is a director of clinical research at UCSF. His research interests focus on allogeneic stem cell transplants (which use cells from a matching donor) and leukemia in older adults. His work on these subjects has been widely published in medical and other scientific journals. Sayre earned an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Yale College, graduating magna cum laude. He earned his medical degree at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and he earned a doctorate in immunology at Harvard University. He completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF before joining the faculty in 1996. Dr. Sayre is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Sayre is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology. Dr. Sayre is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology | Transplant Surgery

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Charalambos (Babis) Andreadis specializes in bone marrow transplantation for adults and in treating Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, leukemia and multiple myeloma. He cares for patients at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research, published widely in scientific journals, examines genetic and other factors that affect how patients respond to therapy, including degrees of drug toxicity. He also studies patient outcomes in these disorders. Andreadis earned his medical degree at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society in 1998. He completed a residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he joined the faculty in 2004. He also earned a master's degree in clinical epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on pharmacogenetics, the study of how genes impact an individual's response to medications. Dr. Andreadis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Andreadis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Andreadis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Transplant Surgery | Hematology
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Transplant Surgery | Hematology

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Karin Gaensler is a specialist in cancers of the blood who has a special interest in gene therapy. She is currently working to develop novel approaches for treating blood disorders caused by a specific gene mutation. Gaensler earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She then went on to complete her residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Gaensler has received numerous awards, including a fellowship from the American Cancer Society, a fellowship from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and a physician-scientist award from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Gaensler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Richter Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Gaensler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaensler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Kogan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kogan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Medical Genetics

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne Deucher is a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Deucher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Office

    3700 California St Ste B555, 
    San Francisco,, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Ceresnak is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco,, California. Dr. Ceresnak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 123 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program

    400 Parnassus Ave # 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Dunavin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Dunavin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Pacific Hematology Oncology Assoc

    2100 Webster St Ste 225, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Caroline Behler is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Behler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    Office

    2100 Webster St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bertrand Tuan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Tuan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thalassemia, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH), Reticuloendotheliosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Cutaneous Lymphoma Clinic

    1701 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wei Ai is a blood cancer specialist who cares for adults with conditions such as Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, including cutaneous lymphomas, which primarily involve the skin. She also sees patients needing blood and bone marrow transplantation. In her research, Ai focuses on novel approaches to lymphoma treatment, especially targeted agents for T-cell lymphomas. Her studies often lead to clinical trials of new therapies that target cancer at the molecular level. Ai earned a doctoral degree in microbiology and immunology as well as her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, followed by fellowship training in medical oncology at Stanford. Dr. Ai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Ai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    550 16th St Fl 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Dvorak is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Dvorak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia?

    Acute myeloid leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells within the blood and bone marrow. Bone marrow is the soft tissue inside bones that generates all blood components including white blood cells. Acute means the cancer develops quickly and myeloid refers to the type of white blood cells that become cancerous.

    Both adults and children can get acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This article is about AML in children.

    When should I see a Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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