The 20 Best Richter Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Alexandria, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 103 doctor with experience in Richter Syndrome near Alexandria, VA. Of these, 68 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.5 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 Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy. Dr. Kressel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    4660 Kenmore Ave, 604, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Gehring is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Gehring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Chronic Cough.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian, French, Serbian
    Offers Telehealth

    Ivan Aksentijevich is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Aksentijevich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Multiple Myeloma.

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    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Ninan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Ninan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pulmonary Embolism, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave, 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alina Huang is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pulmonary Embolism.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Inova Schar Cancer Institute Mark Center

    1800 N Beauregard St, 350, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nicole Laslett is a specialty care physician board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology. She joined Inova in 2025 and has been practicing since 2015. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Laslett served as a physician at Christiana Care Oncology Hematology at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center and Research Institute in Newark, DE, where she was also a Core Faculty member. Additionally, she held academic appointments as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at both Thomas Jefferson University and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Laslett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.5 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 Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    3541 West Braddock Rd, 150, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arjun Sood is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Sood is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    5115G Franconia Rd, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Silis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Silis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Familial Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    5115G Franconia Rd, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek

    Manny Silis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Silis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelofibrosis, Anemia, Muscle Atrophy, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Inova Schar Cancer Institute Mark Center

    1800 N Beauregard St, 350, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yoomi Lee is a specialty care physician board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine. She joined Inova Medical Group with more than ten years of clinical experience. She has a special interest in the management of gastrointestinal malignancies. Most recently, Dr. Lee served as a medical oncologist at Maryland Oncology Hematology and prior to that as an attending physician at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Lee has had a lifelong interest in science and became interested in oncology during her undergraduate education at Yale University. Her goal is to help her patients access state-of-the-art multidisciplinary cancer care in a supportive environment. A native of Seoul, South Korea, and Sydney, Australia, Dr. Lee currently resides in Washington, DC, with her husband and son. In her spare time, she likes to read books, travel and cook. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

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

    Bruce Cheson is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Cheson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Follicular Lymphoma, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
    Distinguished in Richter Syndrome

    MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

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

    Catherine Broome is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Broome is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Pathology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (9.8 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 Richter Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Dr. Wu is board certified in American Board Of Pathology.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    300 S Washington St Ste 200, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lake is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Lake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome

    Office

    4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Dunning is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Dunning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Inova Minimally Invasive GYN Surgery

    4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 710, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victoria Murphy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Peripheral Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Hematology

    Novacure Consultants PC

    8101 Hinson Farm Rd Ste 211, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rahul Singh is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Deep Vein Thrombosis, Anemia, Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Richter Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    H. Herbert Washington MD PC

    11701 Livingston Rd Ste 205, 
    Fort Washington, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilary Washington is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Washington, Maryland. Dr. Washington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Richter Syndrome
    Advanced in Richter Syndrome

    NOVACure Consultants

    8101 Hinson Farm Rd, 211, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Soren Caffey is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Caffey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Deep Vein Thrombosis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Richter Syndrome?

    Richter syndrome is a rare condition in which chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) changes into a fast-growing type of lymphoma. Symptoms of Richter syndrome can include fever, loss of weight and muscle mass, abdominal pain, and enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Laboratory results may show anemia and low platelet counts (which can lead to easy bleeding and bruising).

    When should I see a Richter Syndrome doctor near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctor near Alexandria, VA?

    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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctors near Alexandria, VA?

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

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