The 20 Best Leukemia Doctors Near Me in independence, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Leukemia near independence, MO. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Leukemia
    Elite in Leukemia
    Referral may be required

    Clinical Research Center

    4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
    Fairway, KS 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tara Lin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairway, Kansas. Dr. Lin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology - 2005. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Leukemia
    Experienced in Leukemia
    Referral may be required

    Research Medical Center

    2316 E Meyer Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Slovick is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Slovick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Multiple Myeloma, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Slovick is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Leukemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Leukemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Gamis is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Gamis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Gamis is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Leukemia?

    Common conditions include: Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia, Acute Monoblastic Leukemia (AmoL)

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      Experienced in Leukemia
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      The University Of Kansas Hospital

      4000 Cambridge Street, 
      Kansas City, KS 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anthony Sung is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Sung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Sung is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Leukemia
      Distinguished in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      The University Of Kansas Hospital

      4000 Cambridge Street, 
      Kansas City, KS 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali, Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Suman Kambhampati is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Kambhampati is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Kambhampati is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Family Medicine

      University Health Primary Care Lakewood Pavilion

      7900 Lees Summit Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Jinming Song is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Song is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML), Leukemia, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Dr. Song is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Waled Bahaj is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bahaj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Paroxysmal Cold Hemoglobinuria, Tissue Biopsy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Bahaj is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Children's Mercy Kansas City

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Keith August is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. August is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. August is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Midwest Division Rmc, LLC Oncology

      2316 E Meyer Blvd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jaswinder Singh is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 133 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Leukemia
      Distinguished in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Jayhawk Primary Care Inc.

      2650 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, 
      Westwood, KS 
       (11.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Barry Skikne is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. Dr. Skikne is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Skikne is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Internal Medicine

      Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ben Ponvilawan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Ponvilawan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Referral may be required
      2401 Gillham Road, Children's Mercy Hospital, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Karen Lewing is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Lewing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Dr. Lewing is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Children's Mercy Kansas City

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Joy Fulbright is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Fulbright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteosarcoma, Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Dr. Fulbright is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Children's Mercy Kansas City

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Maxine Hetherington is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hetherington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Dr. Hetherington is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Children's Mercy Kansas City

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jaszianne Tolbert is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Tolbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Histiocytosis, Reticulohistiocytoma, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      Children's Mercy Kansas City

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Erin Hall is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Hall is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Office

      2000 NE Vivion Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Dewolfe is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Dewolfe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Richter Syndrome, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Dr. Dewolfe is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Leukemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Referral may be required

      St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

      4401 Wornall Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raya Saba is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Saba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Saba is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

      2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
      Westwood, KS 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sunil Abhyankar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. Dr. Abhyankar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Abhyankar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology - 1992 and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatrics - 1990. Dr. Abhyankar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Leukemia
      Advanced in Leukemia
      Referral may be required

      Richard And Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion

      2650 Shawnee Mission Parkway, 
      Westwood, KS 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Muhammad Mushtaq is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Westwood, Kansas. Dr. Mushtaq is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Leukemia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Mushtaq is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology - 2020 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2017. Dr. Mushtaq is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 09/26/2026

      What is the definition of Leukemia?

      Leukemia is a type of blood cancer that begins in the bone marrow. Bone marrow is the soft tissue in the center of the bones, where blood cells are produced.

      The term leukemia means white blood. White blood cells (leukocytes) fight infections and other foreign substances. Leukocytes are made in the bone marrow.

      Leukemia leads to an uncontrolled increase in the number of white blood cells.

      The cancerous cells prevent healthy red cells, platelets, and mature white cells (leukocytes) from being made. Life-threatening symptoms can then develop as normal blood cells decline.

      The cancer cells can spread to the bloodstream and lymph nodes. They can also travel to the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system) and other parts of the body.

      Leukemia can affect children and adults.

      Leukemias are divided into two major types:

      • Acute (which progresses quickly)
      • Chronic (which progresses more slowly)

      The main types of leukemia are:

      • Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL)
      • Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)
      • Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
      • Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

      When should I see a Leukemia doctor near independence, MO?

      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 Leukemia doctor near independence, MO?

      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 Leukemia doctors near independence, MO?

      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 Leukemia doctors near independence, MO?

      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 Leukemia doctor near independence, MO?

      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 Leukemia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Leukemia doctor near independence, MO?

      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 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 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 Leukemia doctors near independence, MO?

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

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