The 20 Best Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) Doctors Near Me in Washington, DC

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The 20 Best Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) Doctors near Washington, DC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 138 doctor with experience in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) near Washington, DC. Of these, 96 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Elite in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Cheson is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Cheson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Follicular Lymphoma, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Bruce R. Kressel
    Distinguished in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.5 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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Elite in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    10 Center Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adrian Wiestner is a Hematologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Wiestner is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Leukemia, and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).

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    Khaled M. El
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Oncology | Hematology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.5 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). 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.

    Distinguished in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Distinguished in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Broome is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Broome is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

    Xiaojun Wu
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Pathology
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Pathology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (4.4 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

    Kieron Dunleavy
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kieron Dunleavy is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Dunleavy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Burkitt Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Austin Barrett
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology | Oncology

    GW The Medical Faculty Associate

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Austin Barrett is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Barrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Leukemia, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Office

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW Fl 1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.2 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 2A38, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vera Malkovska is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Malkovska is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 2A38, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Catlett is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Catlett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

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

    Puja Arora is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Arora is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

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

    Kamyar Nader is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Nader is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Sickle Cell Disease, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    110 Irving Street Northwest Suite C2149

    110 Irving St NW Ste C2149, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Kessler is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Blood Clots, Hemophilia A, Acquired Hemophilia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Cunningham is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocythemia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Pulmonary Embolism, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Charles Hesdorffer
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Hematology | Oncology

    VA Medical Center

    50 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Hesdorffer is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Hesdorffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Arlington

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Christie is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Christie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Arlington

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Feigert is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Feigert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)
    Advanced in Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)

    Office

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keeran Sampat is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sampat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL). His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)?

    Chronic B cell leukemia is a type of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), or cancer of the blood and bone marrow that mainly affects adults. In chronic B cell leukemia, the bone marrow produces too many B lymphocytes, which are white blood cells that fight infection. Chronic B cell leukemia represents 95% of all chronic lymphocytic leukemias.

    When should I see a Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctors near Washington, DC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) 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 Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL) 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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