The 20 Best Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Doctors Near Me in Florida, US

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The 20 Best Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Doctors in Florida, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 100 doctor with experience in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis near Florida, US. Of these, 85 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lubomir Sokol is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Sokol is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are T-Cell Lymphoma, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Sokol is currently accepting new patients.

    Chakra Chaulagain
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chakra Chaulagain is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Weston, Florida. Dr. Chaulagain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Tissue Biopsy, and Splenectomy.

    Yehuda Galili
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Yehuda Galili is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Weston, Florida. Dr. Galili has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Acquired Agranulocytosis, Febrile Neutropenia, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia.

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    Maria Varas
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Varas is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Weston, Florida. Dr. Varas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, Agranulocytosis, and Febrile Neutropenia.

    Adrianna Vlachos
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Pediatric Hematology Oncology

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

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Vlachos is the chief of hematology in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida, and professor of pediatrics (PAR) in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She joined the hospital staff in 2024. She was previously professor of pediatrics at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and attending physician in hematology/oncology at Cohen Children’s Medical Center/Northwell Health, where she was head of the Bone Marrow Failure Program and head of the pediatric hematology/oncology trials office. Dr. Vlachos is internationally known for clinical care and expertise in bone marrow failure syndromes and her transformational research in Diamond Blackfan anemia (DBA) syndrome, a rare inherited bone marrow failure syndrome. Dr. Vlachos is the founder and has directed the Diamond Blackfan Anemia Registry (DBAR) of North America since its inception in 1991. She is the principal investigator and co-investigator on multiple grants funded by the National Institute of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She has published numerous articles on her research findings and has been invited to author papers and book chapters on bone marrow failure syndromes and DBA. Dr. Vlachos is a member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board for the Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome Registry, is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the Diamond Blackfan Anemia Foundation and holds a position on the Scientific Program Committee for Bone Marrow Failure of the American Society of Hematology. She earned her medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. She completed her residency in pediatrics at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. She then completed a clinical fellowship in bone marrow transplantation at North Shore University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology and bone marrow transplantation at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Videos Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Expert Dr. Adrianna Vlachos at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. Dr. Vlachos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Aplastic Anemia, and Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood.

    Chieh-lin Fu
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology

    Cleveland Clinic Florida (A Nonprofit Corporation)

    3100 Weston Rd, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chieh-lin Fu is a Hematologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Fu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are B-Cell Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Taiga Nishihori is an Internal Medicine provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Nishihori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Nishihori is currently accepting new patients.

    Jonathan Metts
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

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

    601 5th Street South, Suite 320, Suite 320, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.

    Daniel Ezekwudo
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    22395 Edgewater Dr, 
    Port Charlotte, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Ezekwudo is an Oncologist in Port Charlotte, Florida. Dr. Ezekwudo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Anemia, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Ezekwudo is currently accepting new patients.

    Arun Nagarajan
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology Oncology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Nagarajan is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Weston, Florida. Dr. Nagarajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Liver Embolization.

    Allison S. Bechtel
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

    807 Children's Way, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Bechtel is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Bechtel has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Sickle Cell Disease, and Hereditary Neuroblastoma.

    Damian Laber
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Damian Laber is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Laber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), and Splenectomy. Dr. Laber is currently accepting new patients.

    Celeste Bello
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Celeste Bello is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Bello is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Bello is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hien Liu is an Internal Medicine provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Enas Abdallah is an Internal Medicine provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Abdallah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Febrile Neutropenia, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Turbinectomy. Dr. Abdallah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Internal Medicine

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hany Elmariah is an Internal Medicine provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Elmariah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Elmariah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

    Tgh Cancer Institute At Riverview

    3140 S Falkenburg Rd Ste 301, 
    Riverview, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nikesh Shah is an Oncologist in Riverview, Florida. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Retinoblastoma, Virus Associated Hemophagocytic Syndrome, and Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL). Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ankita Patel is an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Hematology | Oncology

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Eatrides is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Eatrides is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Aplastic Anemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Virus Associated Hemophagocytic Syndrome. Dr. Eatrides is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
    Advanced in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julio Chavez is an Oncologist in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Chavez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. His top areas of expertise are B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Follicular Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis?

    Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a condition in which the body makes too many activated immune cells (macrophages and lymphocytes). Symptoms may include fever, enlarged liver or spleen, cytopenia (decreased number of blood cells), and neurological abnormalities. HLH may be inherited in an autosomal recessive manner or it can have non-genetic causes in which case it is called acquired HLH. Each subtype is caused by a change in a different gene. The genetic cause of type 1 is currently unknown. Types 2-5 are caused by genetic changes in the PRF1 gene, the UNC13D gene, the STX11 gene and the STXBP2 gene, respectively. When HLH results from an inappropriate immune response to Epstein-Barr virus or another viral illness, it may be due to a separate genetic condition called X-linked lymphoproliferative disease (XLP). XLP is caused by a genetic change in the SH2D1A or XIAP gene and is inherited in an X-linked manner.

    When should I see a Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctors in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctors in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis 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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor in Florida, US?

    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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis 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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis 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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctors in Florida, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis 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 Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis 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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