The 20 Best Sickle Cell Disease Doctors Near Me

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Last Updated: 04/29/2026

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    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    Jefferson Hematology - Honickman Center

    1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 8, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sophie Lanzkron is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lanzkron is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Lanzkron is board certified in Hematology. Dr. Lanzkron is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Payal Desai is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Desai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology, 2012. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdullah Kutlar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Kutlar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Milan, IT 

    Maria Cappellini-Domenica practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Cappellini-Domenica is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Thalassemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Doha, DA, QA 

    Mohamed Yassin practices practicing medicine in Doha, Qatar. Mr. Yassin is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Beta Thalassemia, Thalassemia, Anemia, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    University Of Illinois Chicago Physician Group (Uicpg)

    1801 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santosh Saraf is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Saraf is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sherif Badawy is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Badawy is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    University Of Illinois Hospital

    1740 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Gordeuk is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gordeuk is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    Methodist Healthcare-Memphis Hospitals

    1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 101, 
    Memphis, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Ataga is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Ataga is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology

    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

    450 Brookline Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Heeney is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Heeney is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Athens, ESYE31, GR 

    Ersi Voskaridou practices practicing medicine in Athens, Greece. Voskaridou is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Thalassemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Beta Thalassemia, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    UConn John Dempsey Hospital

    263 Farmington Ave, 
    Farmington, CT 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Biree Andemariam is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Andemariam is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Padova, IT 

    R Colombatti-Raffaella practices practicing medicine in Padova, Italy. Colombatti-Raffaella is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Paris, FR 

    Mariane De Montalembert practices practicing medicine in Paris, France. Ms. De Montalembert is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Anemia, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's Hospital Of Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepa Manwani is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Manwani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Vcu Medial Center-Ambulatory Care Center

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wally Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology

    UNC Physicians Network LLC

    1301 Central Dr, 
    Sanford, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jane Little is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Sanford, North Carolina. Dr. Little is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology

    Office

    6410 Fannin St Ste 600B, 
    Houston, TX 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Modupe Idowu is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Idowu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemoglobinopathy.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology

    Montefiore Medical Center

    3411 Wayne Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Caterina Minniti is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Minniti is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Milan, IT 

    Irene Motta practices practicing medicine in Milan, Italy. Ms. Motta is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thalassemia, Anemia, Beta Thalassemia, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 04/29/2026

    What is the definition of Sickle Cell Disease?

    Sickle cell anemia (HbSS) is a genetic blood disorder that is the most common, severe type of sickle cell disease, in which the red blood cells, instead of being flexible and round, are rigid, sticky, and shaped like sickles or crescent moons (C-shaped). This rigidity and stickiness of red blood cells makes the hemoglobin in the cells carry less oxygen and get stuck in small blood vessels, while slowing or blocking blood and oxygen to the body tissues. Sickle cells additionally die early, causing a chronic shortage of red blood cells. When sickle cells get stuck in small blood vessels, they can cause pain, infection, acute chest syndrome, and stroke. In the United States, sickle cell anemia occurs most frequently in African Americans and Hispanic Americans.

    When should I see a Sickle Cell Disease doctor near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease doctor near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease doctors near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease doctors near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease doctor near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sickle Cell Disease 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 Sickle Cell Disease doctor near me?

    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 Sickle Cell Disease 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 Sickle Cell Disease 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 Sickle Cell Disease doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sickle Cell Disease 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 Sickle Cell Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sickle Cell Disease 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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