The 20 Best Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia Doctors Near Me in Alexandria, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 74 doctor with experience in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia near Alexandria, VA. Of these, 59 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Khaled M. El
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Khaled M. El-Shami, M.B.Ch.B., Ph.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an assistant professor of oncology in the Division of Hematologic Malignancies at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Listen to Dr. El-Shami's Cancer Matters podcast episode to learn more about his work. Dr. El-Shami's clinical interests are in hematologic malignancies, including leukemias, lymphomas and myelomas.. Dr. El-Shami graduated from Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine in Alexandria, Egypt, where he did a residency in the Department of Neurosurgery. He was a Chevening Scholar as a M.S. student in molecular genetics at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, as well as a Sam Cohen Windhoek Scholar as a Ph.D. student in cancer immunology at the Weizmann Institute in Israel. Dr. El-Shami also completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, a fellowship in tumor immunology and biology at the National Cancer Institute, and a fellowship in medical oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. El-Shami previously served as faculty at Georgetown University and George Washington University. Dr. El-Shami has been named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine for several years. Dr. El-Shami is a member of the American Association for Advancement of Science, the American Association of Cancer Research, the American Association of Immunologists, the American Society for Gene Therapy and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. El-Shami's research focus is on hematologic malignancies, including acute and chronic leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloprolifetive neplasms and lymphomas. He has received the National Institutes of Health Clinical Research Scholars Award, an American Medical Association Seed Grant and an American Society of Clinical Oncology Merit Award. Dr. El is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Alina M. Huang
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alina Huang is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pulmonary Embolism.

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

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian, French, Serbian
    Offers Telehealth

    Ivan Aksentijevich is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Aksentijevich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Multiple Myeloma.

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    Jacob A. Ninan
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Ninan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Ninan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pulmonary Embolism, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Yoomi Lee
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Inova Schar Cancer Institute Mark Center

    1800 N Beauregard St, 350, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yoomi Lee is a specialty care physician board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine. She joined Inova Medical Group with more than ten years of clinical experience. She has a special interest in the management of gastrointestinal malignancies. Most recently, Dr. Lee served as a medical oncologist at Maryland Oncology Hematology and prior to that as an attending physician at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Lee has had a lifelong interest in science and became interested in oncology during her undergraduate education at Yale University. Her goal is to help her patients access state-of-the-art multidisciplinary cancer care in a supportive environment. A native of Seoul, South Korea, and Sydney, Australia, Dr. Lee currently resides in Washington, DC, with her husband and son. In her spare time, she likes to read books, travel and cook. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

    Bruce R. Kressel
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce R. Kressel, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. In addition to an expertise in breast and lung cancer, Dr. Kressel has an expertise in gynecologic oncology and general medical oncology, with specific focuses on hematologic malignancies including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma. Dr. Kressel earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology, also at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kressel completed a fellowship in oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center as well. Dr. Kressel has been regularly named one of America’s Top Doctors and one of America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Kressel is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Kressel has contributed to numerous publications, presentations and clinical trials. Dr. Kressel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy.

    Xiaojun Wu
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pathology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Pathology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Xiaojun Wu, M.D., Ph.D. is as assistant professor of pathology at Sibley Memorial Hospital where she will lead their hematopathology program. Dr. Wu received her M.D. from Zhejiang Medical University in China, and her Ph.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She continued at the University of Alabama at Birmingham for pathology residency training, followed by a fellowship in hematopathology. She then moved to New York where she completed a surgical pathology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She subsequently joined the faculty at New York University from 2013-2015 and moved to the Washington area in 2015 and joined the faculty at George Washington University from 2015-2016. She has been with Johns Hopkins since 2016. Dr. Wu has 15 peer-reviewed publications, primarily in the field of hematopathology. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    3541 West Braddock Rd, 150, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arjun Sood is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Sood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

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

    Vhc Health Primary Care-Shirlington

    2800 S Shirlington Rd Ste 600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Walsh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Walsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

    Danielle A. Shafer
    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Inova Schar Cancer Institute

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, Level 4 - Skyline Clinic, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Shafer is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Shafer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Myringotomy.

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

    Gw Cancer & Blood Disorders-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    Washington, DC 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amarendra K Neppalli is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. K Neppalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Robert J. Christie
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    1100 North Glebe Rd, 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Christie is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Christie 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, and Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET).

    John M. Feigert
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    1100 North Glebe Rd, 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Feigert is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Feigert 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), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Keeran Sampat
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    1100 North Glebe Rd, 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keeran Sampat is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sampat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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

    110 Irving Street Northwest Suite C2149

    110 Irving St NW Ste C2149, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aarthi Shenoy is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shenoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Mark G. Goldstein
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Center For Cancer & Blood Disorders

    6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 660, Suite 660, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Goldstein is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Goldstein 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, Anal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

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

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Hematology/Oncology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 5100, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pudipeddi Sarma is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sarma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Breast Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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

    Office

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Imadeddine Tabbara is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Tabbara has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Gw Cancer & Blood Disorders-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    Washington, DC 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Siegel is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Siegel 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, Thrombocytopenia, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

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

    Office

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Ste 8-416, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kavita Natrajan is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Natrajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, and Anemia.

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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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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 Alexandria, VA?

    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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