The 20 Best Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) Doctors Near Me in Bethesda, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) near Bethesda, MD. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Ari D. Fishman is a hematologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and George Washington University Hospital, where he serves as an assistant professor of medicine for the School of Medicine. He practices out of Maryland Oncology and Hematology, located in Wheaton, Maryland and Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Fishman earned his medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Beth Israel Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Fishman previously worked at Washington Oncology Hematology Center, located in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Fishman has been named a Top Doctor in Hematology and Oncology by Washingtonian Magazine and a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook magazine. Dr. Fishman is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Fishman has contributed to numerous publications. Selected Publications Fishman AD, Hoffman A, Volterra F, Frymus M, Gentilluci M. ""Intracaval and intracardiac metastatic nonseminomatous germ cell tumor: a rare cause of hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia."" Cancer Invest. 2002;20(7-8):996-1001.". Dr. Fishman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Fishman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)

    Nih Clinical Center

    9000 Rockville Pike Bldg 10, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jenna Bergerson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bergerson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Hyper IgE Syndrome, Hyper IgE Syndrome, X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, and Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID).

    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Physicians At Friendship Heights LLC

    5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1445, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Scanlon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Scanlon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Mitral Valve Prolapse, and Anemia.

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    Distinguished in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blachy Davila is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Davila is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)

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    10 Center Dr Bldg 10, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Hickstein is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Hickstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Type 1, Hyper IgE Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Hyper IgE Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    10 Center Dr Bldg 10-CRC, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jessica Shock is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Shock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), and Primary Immunodeficiency (PID).

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine

    Dept Of Transfusion Medicine/Nih Clinical Center

    10 Center Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Koh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Koh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis D, Hepatitis, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Jacobsohn is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Jacobsohn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Hemoglobinopathy, Anemia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    Rockville, MD 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "George A. Sotos, M.D., is the chief of hematology and oncology at Suburban Hospital, as well as a member of Suburban's Cancer Committee and the coordinator of Multidisciplinary Cancer Conferences. Dr. Sotos is a partner of Maryland Oncology & Hematology in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Sotos has expertise in medical oncology and hematology, as well as chemotherapy. Dr. Sotos earned his Master of Science in Physiology from Georgetown University, followed by his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He completed a residency in internal medicine with University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in medical oncology with the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Sotos is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, as well as a member of the Montgomery County Medical Society, the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of the State of Maryland, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is also a member of the oncology specialty panel for Johns Hopkins Medicine's Formulary Management Committee and previously served as a member of Suburban Hospital's Medical Staff Executive Committee, Provider Quality Committee and Physician Advisory Board. Dr. Sotos has been named a Top Doctor by Washington Consumers' Checkbook and a Super Doctor by the Washington Post magazine. Castle Connolly has also named him a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas. Dr. Sotos has contributed to numerous publications on medical oncology and hematology topics. Selected Publications Rotello, L, Albrant, D, Nossuli, K, Sotos, G, Samet, C, Rainey, T. ""Impact of a Hospital-Wide Pharmacy Implemented Weight-Based Dosing Protocol for Erythropoietin."" Chest, 124:4 (Suppl):182S (Abstract), 2003. Sotos, George A. ""Ars Brevis."" Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2013; 31:14; 1792-1794; http://jco.ascopubs.org/content/31/14/1792.full.pdf+html". Dr. Sotos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Multiple Myeloma, and Endometrial Cancer. Dr. Sotos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brant Ward is an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Ward is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Systemic Mastocytosis, and Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID).

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Bollard is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bollard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hodgkin Lymphoma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology

    Office

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Stone is an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Alpha-Tryptasemia, Food Allergy, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), and Autosomal Dominant Hyper IgE Syndrome.

    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Allergy and Immunology

    Office

    9210 Corporate Blvd Ste 440, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gulbu Uzel is an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Uzel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, and Hyper IgE Syndrome.

    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Family Medicine

    MDVIP - Rockville, MD

    15200 Shady Grove Rd Ste 207, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Gil is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Gil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, Omenn Syndrome, and Diffuse Panbronchiolitis.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology

    MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

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

    Corina Gonzalez is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Infantile Neutropenia, Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Loechelt is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Loechelt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Anemia, Thalassemia, Alpha Thalassemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Dermatology

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naynesh Kamani is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kamani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemoglobinopathy, Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Keller is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Keller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Asthma, Common Variable Immune Deficiency, and Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome.

    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)
    Internal Medicine

    Tahmina K Ahmed. MD PC

    831 University Blvd E Ste 27, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tahmina Ahmed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Radiation Enteritis, Vitamin D Deficiency, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Ringworm.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)?

    Severe combined immunodeficiencies (SCID) are inherited immune system disorders characterized by abnormalities with responses of both T cells and B cells (specific types of white blood cells needed for immune system function). Common signs and symptoms include an increased susceptibility to infections including ear infections; pneumonia or bronchitis; oral thrush; and diarrhea. Due to recurrent infections, children with SCID do not grow and gain weight as expected (failure to thrive). SCID may be caused by genetic changes in any of several genes and can be inherited in an X-linked recessive (most commonly) or autosomal recessive manner. The most common type of SCID is called X-linked Severe combined immunodeficiency (XSCID). Another form of SCID is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme adenosine deaminase (ADA).

    When should I see a Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctors near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctors near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) 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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor near Bethesda, MD?

    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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) 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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) 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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctors near Bethesda, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) 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 Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) 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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