The 20 Best Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia Doctors Near Me in St Petersburg, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia near St Petersburg, FL. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Jonathan Metts
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 320, Suite 320, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Metts specializes in pediatric hematology/oncology in the Johns Hopkins All Children's Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute. He sees patients on our main campus in St. Petersburg and at the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care Center in Tampa. He joined the hospital in 2016. He received his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital through the University of South Florida Morsani School of Medicine. Dr. Metts then trained at Emory University School of Medicine as a pediatric hematology/oncology fellow. His clinical interests include sarcomas, rare solid tumors, and Phase 1 and Phase 2 trials for pediatric solid tumors. Dr. Metts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 505, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Diaz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Aleukemic Leukemia Cutis (ALC). Dr. Diaz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 505, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vu Ho is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    375 Brightwaters Blvd Ne, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Knipe is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Knipe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Knipe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine

    Nano Life PL.

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 410, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Proietto is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Proietto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Stroke, Heart Attack, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

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

    The Oncology Institute Of Hope And Innovation

    501 Dr Martin Luther King St S, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gus Gonzalez is an Oncologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine

    Nano Life PL.

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 410, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theodore Sherman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Apoplexy, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine

    Professional Health Care Of Pinellas LLC

    6502 Park Blvd N, 
    Pinellas Park, FL 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hazem Al is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pinellas Park, Florida. Dr. Al is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 400, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ameet Patel is an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 400, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Peterson is an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 400, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Mace is an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Mace is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Mace is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Internal Medicine

    Professional Health Care Of Pinellas LLC

    5880 49th St N, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rabee Korbaj is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Korbaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Korbaj is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pinellas Hematology And Oncology PA

    5000 Park St N Ste 1017, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sudhir Hansalia is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Hansalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Hansalia is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pinellas Hematology/Oncology Center - St. Petersburg

    5000 Park St N Ste 1017, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Shaker is a Hematologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Shaker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shaker is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bay Pines Veterans Affairs Healthcare System

    10000 Bay Pines Blvd, 
    Bay Pines, FL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Behzad Mowlazadeh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bay Pines, Florida. Dr. Mowlazadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, and Thrombocytopenia.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    8787 Bryan Dairy Rd Ste 210, 
    Largo, FL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Don Luong is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Luong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Anemia, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, and Myelofibrosis. Dr. Luong is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    8787 Bryan Dairy Rd Ste 210, 
    Largo, FL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kerry Chamberlain is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Chamberlain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Chamberlain is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    100 Highland Ave N, 
    Largo, FL 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lane Ziegler is an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Ziegler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). Dr. Ziegler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pinellas Hematology & Oncology PA

    1258 West Bay Dr Ste G, 
    Largo, FL 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neeharika Makani is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Makani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Dehydration, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Comprehensive Hematology Oncology LLC

    1345 West Bay Dr Ste 401, 
    Largo, FL 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pratibha Desai is an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Agranulocytosis, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

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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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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 St Petersburg, FL?

    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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