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    MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma near Columbia, MD. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 1 are Distinguished.

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      Farah Succaria
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology

      Howard County Medical Pavilion

      Columbia, MD 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic

      Dr. Farah Succaria is an assistant professor of dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the American University of Beirut, where she also completed her dermatology residency. She next pursued Dermatopathology fellowship at Boston University. After fellowship completion, Dr. Succaria returned to Lebanon and founded a mobile dermatology clinic as part of a non-government organization empowering women to help refugees and displaced children. She then came back to Johns Hopkins and completed a postdoctoral dermatology research fellowship. She is also member of the Taube lab team and is actively involved in research with a main focus on immune checkpoint inhibitors, and the role of the tumor microenvironment in various cancers including melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Succaria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Actinic Keratosis, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      10710 Charter Dr, Suite G020, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stuart Selonick is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Selonick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Idiopathic Neutropenia, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Selonick is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      10710 Charter Dr, Suite G020, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ari Elman is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Elman has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). Dr. Elman is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      10710 Charter Dr, Suite G020, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Graze is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Graze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Graze is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      University Of Maryland Dermatologists PA

      5890 Waterloo Rd, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jill Allbritton is a Dermatologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Allbritton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Her top areas of expertise are Lichen Sclerosus, Kaposi Sarcoma, Lichen Planus, and Actinic Keratosis.

      Distinguished in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      University Of Maryland Oncology Associates PA

      22 S Green St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (13.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean

      Seung Lee is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

      Sima Rozati
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Farsi, German, Spanish

      Dr. Sima Rozati is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She specializes in medical dermatology, cutaneous lymphoma, and supportive oncodermatology. She received her medical degree from the Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Tehran. After completing her internal medicine residency at the Cleveland Clinic, she completed a research fellowship and PhD in cutaneous lymphoma at the University Hospital of Zürich in Switzerland. She returned to the U.S. where she completed cutaneous lymphoma fellowship, under the mentorship of Dr. Youn Kim, followed by dermatology residency at Stanford University School of Medicine in California. In a multidisciplinary environment, Dr. Rozati aims to provide excellent care to patients with cutaneous lymphoma and cancer whom are experiencing cutaneous adverse events from targeted therapies, immune- and chemotherapies. Dr. Rozati’s research interest focuses on cutaneous lymphoma, understanding the biology of this heterogeneous group of malignancies by analyzing the mutational and epigenetic landscape. Her translational research efforts is directed to investigate novel targeted and immunotherapeutic for cutaneous T cell lymphoma. She is a member of different professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and Woman’s dermatologic Society. Dr. Rozati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Mycosis Fungoides, and Localized Scleroderma.

      Ephraim Fuchs
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Weinberg BLDG, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology M.D., University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine M.B.A., Carey School of Business at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Fuchs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Multiple Myeloma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Nina Wagner
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Oncology | Hematology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Oncology | Hematology

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Nina Wagner-Johnston is Professor of Oncology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, and HIV-related lymphomas. Dr. Wagner-Johnston serves as the Director for the Lymphoma Drug Development Program at the Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Wagner-Johnston received her baccalaureate degree in nursing from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. She earned her MD and completed her residency training at the University of Chicago, Chicago Illinois. She performed a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Wagner-Johnston joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2015. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Wagner-Johnston was an Assistant Professor at Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri. Her research interests include clinical trial and biomarker development for patients with lymphoma. She is additionally involved in palliative/supportive care research and has a particular interest in chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Dr. Wagner-Johnston serves as a member on the NCCN Cancer Related Fatigue Guidelines Panel and the ASCO Neuropathy Guidelines Panel. She has served as a journal reviewer for Annals of Oncology, Leukemia and Lymphoma, Blood, and the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. She is a previous recipient of a Young Investigator Award at the Supportive Oncology Conference as well as a Mentoring Program Award through the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. She has served on the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Lymphoma Steering Committee Clinical Trials Design Committee and the NCI Symptom Management and Health Related Quality of Life Steering Committee. She is a member of the American Society of Hematology (ASH), the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the AIDS Malignancies Consortium (AMC), and the Eastern Cancer Oncology Group (ECOG) Lymphoma Committee. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), B-Cell Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Richard F. Ambinder
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Weinberg BLDG, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard F. Ambinder, M.D., Ph.D., currently serves as the James B. Murphy Professor of Oncology and the Director of the Division of Hematologic Malignancies at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. He is program co-leader of the Hematologic Malignancies and Bone Marrow Transplantation Program and leads the AIDS Malignancy Consortium (AMC) site at Johns Hopkins and the AMC Translational Sciences Working Group nationally. Dr. Ambinder graduated from Harvard College with a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, after which he received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine before completing his residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He also earned his Ph.D. in pharmacology from the Johns Hopkins University, and completed his oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Within the clinic, Dr. Ambinder is active in the treatment of lymphoma and Kaposi’s sarcoma. Dr. Ambinder’s research is focused on exploring opportunities to prevent or treat cancer with viral infections. Virus-associated tumors are among the most common malignancies in certain populations and regions. For instance, Burkitt's lymphoma (EBV) and Kaposi's sarcoma (KSHV) are common in equatorial Africa, nasopharyngeal carcinoma (EBV) is common in southern Chinese populations or those with southern Chinese origins, and immunoblastic lymphomas (EBV) are common in immunocompromised patients (organ transplant recipients, AIDS patients, etc). Thus, Dr. Ambinder’s new approaches to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment stand to have a direct impact on the lives of cancer patients around the globe. Additionally, the study of how viruses can impact these tumors is important in creating model systems for the development of new approaches to cancer care. Currently, many immunotherapies target unidentified antigens, making the measurement of relevant immune responses problematic at best. However, in EBV-associated tumors the antigens are well defined, thus allowing the Ambinder lab to define the epitope-specific cellular immune responses. As a result of this breakthrough, interventions designed to alter immune response —whether they be vaccine based interventions, adoptive immunotherapy interventions, or pharmacologic interventions — may all be assessed in terms of relevant surrogate markers. Much in the same way the treatment of Hodgkin's lymphoma with radiotherapy and chemotherapy paved the way for the modern approach to cancer treatment more broadly, the treatment of EBV-associated tumors (including Hodgkin's lymphoma) may pave the way to the more generalized use of these modalities to treat a myriad of cancer types. Dr. Ambinder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Tissue Biopsy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Lode Swinnen
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Dutch, French

      Dr. Lode J. Swinnen is a cancer specialist in Baltimore caring for patients with lymphoma. Dr. Swinnen received his M.B.Ch.B. degree from the University of Cape Town Medical School. He completed his residency at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital and performed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Swinnen joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2002. His research interests include lymphomas and immunodeficiency-associated malignancies. Dr. Swinnen is a member of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Dr. Swinnen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Hodgkin Lymphoma, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Jihad Alhariri
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Dermatology

      Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

      601 North Caroline Street, Floor 8, Floor 8, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French

      Dr. Jihad Mohamad Alhariri is an assistant professor of dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His areas of clinical expertise include dermatology and medical dermatology. Dr. Alhariri received his undergraduate degree from the American University of Beirut. He earned his M.D. from the American University of Beirut and his M.P.H. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Good Samaritan Hospital of Maryland and a residency in dermatology at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Alhariri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

      William A. Houck
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center

      201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, Viragh BLDG 10th FL, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      William Houck is an Oncologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Houck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

      Jeffrey Meyer
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Radiation Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Radiation Oncology

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg Building, Floor-L2, Weinberg Building, Floor-L2, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      As an Associate Professor and Director of the Gastrointestinal Program in the Department of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Dr. Meyer's clinical and research focus is on the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, including rectal, anal, esophageal, pancreatic, and liver malignancies. He is also leading the effort to establish a liver stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) program within the department. Dr. Meyer has experience with clinical research studies in SBRT, as well as radiation and drug combination therapy for cancer. Make A Gift. Dr. Meyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer.

      Cole H. Sterling
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Sterling is an oncologist who cares for patients with hematologic malignancies at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is an active clinician with expertise in lymphoma and bone marrow transplantation and serves as the Director of the Johns Hopkins Lymphoma and Myeloma Multidisciplinary Conference. Dr. Sterling earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical sciences from Auburn University and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his training in internal medicine and medical oncology at Johns Hopkins before being recruited to the faculty. As a clinical investigator, Dr. Sterling's research focuses on the development of new technologies, therapies, and treatment strategies for lymphoma and other conditions treated with bone marrow transplantation. Dr. Sterling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, T-Cell Lymphoma, and Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      7350 Van Dusen Rd, Suite 370, 
      Laurel, MD 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Benjamin Bridges is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Laurel, Maryland. Dr. Bridges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Bridges is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Weinberg BLDG, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Jorge Florindez is an Oncologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Florindez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, Febrile Neutropenia, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      The Johns Hopkins Hospital

      1650 Orleans Street, CRB 155 Oncology, CRB 155 Oncology, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ravin Garg is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Garg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

      401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Weinberg BLDG, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (14.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      As a member of the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, my group's research is focused on finding novel therapies for the treatment of both acute and chronic graft versus host disease (GVHD). To that end, we are developing new strategies for prophylaxis as well as therapies for this problem. We are exploring the use of drugs such as pentostatin in steroid refractory GVHD. This drug inhibits an enzyme, called ADA, that induces apoptosis (cell death) of lymphocytes, the effector cells in GVHD. Our results using this approach have been quite encouraging. Also, we are exploring other novel approaches such as extracorporeal photopheresis or high-dose cyclophosphamide. We are participating in the NIH Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Trials Network consortium to find useful therapies for GVHD. We are also members of the National Institutes of Health Consensus Development Project on Criteria for Clinical Trials on Chronic GVHD, and there we are trying to establish rational guidelines for supportive care, trial design, etc. We run an internationally unique GVHD multidisciplinary clinic with many GVHD experts including a nurse practitioner, research nurse and others from fields such as physical medicine and rehabilitation, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, dermatology, pulmonology and more. Dr. Meade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
      Experienced in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma

      St Agnes Healthcare Inc

      900 Caton Ave, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (11.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Carole Miller is an Oncologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma?

      Anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) is a rare type of Non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymph system, part of our immune system. Non-Hodgkins lymphoma involves abnormal growth of white blood cells, either T cells or B cells. Anaplastic large cell lymphoma is an aggressive cancer that usually involves the T-cells. Cancer cells in ALCL can be identified by their appearance under the microscope and by the presence of a tumor marker called CD30 or Ki-1. There are two types of ALCL, a type that affects mainly the skin (cutaneous ALCL) and a type that affects other body organs (systmic ALCL). Systemic ALCL also has two types, ALK-positive (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) and ALK-negative. ALK-positive ALCL occurs more often in children and young adults. ALK-negative ALCL tends to occur in older adults. The symptoms of cutaneous ALCL include red skin lesions that break open and do not heal. Sometimes cutaneous ALCL is also found in the lymph nodes. The symptoms of systemic ALCL include fever, night sweats, and weight loss (B symptoms). The cancer can be found in the bone, soft tissue, spleen, liver and skin. The cause of ALCL is unknown. One type of ALK-negative ALCL has been associated with breast implants. ALCL is diagnosed by a biopsy of the tumor or abnormal skin and examination of the tumor cells under a microscope. Additional testing including PET scans, CT scans, MRI and a bone marrow biopsy can tell doctors if the cancer has spread to other organs.[15060

      When should I see an Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 an Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctors near Columbia, MD?

      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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctors near Columbia, MD?

      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 an Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma 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 an Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor near Columbia, MD?

      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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma 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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma 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 Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctors near Columbia, MD?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma 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 an Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma 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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