The 20 Best Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) Doctors Near Me in bellaire, TX

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) near bellaire, TX. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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17 providers found
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janet Tu is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ampullary Cancer, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

    Distinguished in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 455, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Apostolia Tsimberidou is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tsimberidou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). She is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Colorectal Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    University Of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 428, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Naval Daver is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Daver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

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    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Specialists

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1101, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lawrence Rice is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rice is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Advanced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Fayad is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fayad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    5119 Chestnut St, 
    Bellaire, TX 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Chaftari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Chaftari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1400 Holcombe Blvd Unit 428, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Naveen Pemmaraju is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pemmaraju is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Myelofibrosis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

    6445 Main St Ste 2400, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shilpan Shah is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Multiple Myeloma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 448, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Andreeff is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Andreeff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Texas Oncology - Houston

    7515 Main St Ste 740, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Escudier is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Escudier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Escudier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

    6445 Main St Fl 24, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kirk Heyne is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Heyne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Gastric Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Heyne is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Outpatient Center

    6445 Main St Fl 24, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Siddhartha Ganguly is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ganguly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ganguly is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 429, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fredrick Hagemeister is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hagemeister is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Follicular Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Tissue Biopsy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Internal Medicine

    Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akhil Mehta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD), Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Effrosyni Apostolidou is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Apostolidou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, and Beta Thalassemia.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    The University Of Texas MD Anderson Canc

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 37, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paolo Anderlini is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Anderlini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hodgkin Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Experienced in Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 455, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Siqing Fu is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD). He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Lung Cancer, Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, and Colorectal Cancer.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)?

    Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) is a rare disease that affects the lymph nodes and related tissues. It is a form of Castleman disease that is "systemic" and involves multiple regions of lymph nodes (as opposed to unicentric Castleman disease, which involves a single lymph node or single region of lymph nodes). The signs and symptoms of MCD are often nonspecific, and are mild in some people but serious in others. Symptoms may include enlarged lymph nodes in multiple regions, fever, weight loss, nausea, rash, and/or an enlarged large liver and spleen. The disease is diagnosed based on the symptoms present, laboratory test results, imaging studies, and results of a biopsy of the lymph nodes which shows specific features when studied under the microscope. In some cases, MCD is caused by human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) and is referred to as HHV-8-associated MCD. In other cases, the cause is not known and it is referred to as HHV-8 negative MCD, or idiopathic MCD (iMCD).

    When should I see a Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctors near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctors near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) 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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor near bellaire, TX?

    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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) 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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) 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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctors near bellaire, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) 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 Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD) 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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