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    MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Sickle Cell Disease near Largo, FL. Of these, 43 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology

      Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute, LLC

      100 Highland Ave N, 
      Largo, FL 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kerry Chamberlain is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Chamberlain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Chamberlain is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Sunstate Physicians LLC

      801 W Bay Dr, Suite 321, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jae Shin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Shin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Sepsis, Apoplexy, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Hematology
      8787 Bryan Dairy Rd, Suite 210, 
      Largo, FL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Sung Byun is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Byun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Byun is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine | General Practice | Internal Medicine

      Sunstate Physicians LLC

      801 W Bay Dr, Suite 321, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eduardo Palanca is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Palanca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Sepsis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Palanca is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Sunstate Physicians LLC

      801 W Bay Dr, Suite 321, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alexander Schreil is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Schreil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Sepsis, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Sunstate Physicians LLC

      801 W Bay Dr, Suite 321, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nadia Eid is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Eid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Eid is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Sunstate Physicians LLC

      801 W Bay Dr, Suite 321, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Syed Zaidi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Zaidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Comprehensive Hematology Oncology LLC

      1258 W Bay Dr, Suite G, 
      Largo, FL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Haitian, Haitian Creole, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Neeharika Makani is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Makani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Dehydration, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Makani is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      855 S Highland Ave, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Ciszewski is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Ciszewski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Protein Deficiency. Dr. Ciszewski is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology

      Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute, LLC

      400 Pinellas St, Suite 300, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nuruddin Jooma is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Jooma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Jooma is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Elias Kanaan MD PA

      1173 Turner St, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Elias Kanaan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Kanaan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kanaan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine

      Elias Kanaan MD PA

      1173 Turner St, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mouna Bacha is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Bacha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bacha is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine

      Baycare Medical Group, Inc.

      300 Pinellas St, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vyacheslav Gutkin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Gutkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Gutkin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology

      Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute, LLC

      8787 Bryan Dairy Rd, Suite 210, 
      Largo, FL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Don Luong is a Hematologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Luong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Anemia, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, and Myelofibrosis.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology

      Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute, LLC

      8787 Bryan Dairy Rd, Suite 210, 
      Largo, FL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lane Ziegler is an Oncologist and a Hematologist in Largo, Florida. Dr. Ziegler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). Dr. Ziegler is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      5380 Tech Data Dr Ste 101, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Rodriguez-Rosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Rodriguez-Rosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hemoglobin E Disease, Hemoglobin C Disease, and Hemoglobinopathy. Dr. Rodriguez-Rosa is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Internal Medicine
      7593 Aralia Way, 
      Largo, FL 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Suketu Desai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Heart Attack, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology

      Baycare Medical Group, Inc.

      2461 Enterprise Rd, Suite C, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sridhar Srinivasan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Srinivasan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

      Tamara N. New
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      601 5th Street South, Suite 320, Suite 320, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. New is the director of the Sickle Cell Disease Program in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute. She joined the hospital staff in 2023. She was previously a hematologist-oncologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, where she most recently served as director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and clinical director of the Egleston Sickle Cell Program in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Before that she was the Egleston hospital’s section chief of hematology-oncology and clinical director in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center in Egleston. She was also associate professor of pediatrics at Emory Pediatric Institute. Dr. New has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and has given many talks internationally, nationally and regionally. Her research interests include recruitment for multi-center trials in sickle cell, as well as global initiatives in sickle cell disease service, education and awareness. Dr. New earned her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. She completed her pediatric internship and residency at University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. She then completed a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology at Columbia University/New York Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. New is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia.

      Adrianna Vlachos
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (13.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Greek
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Vlachos is the chief of hematology in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida, and professor of pediatrics (PAR) in the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She joined the hospital staff in 2024. She was previously professor of pediatrics at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and attending physician in hematology/oncology at Cohen Children’s Medical Center/Northwell Health, where she was head of the Bone Marrow Failure Program and head of the pediatric hematology/oncology trials office. Dr. Vlachos is internationally known for clinical care and expertise in bone marrow failure syndromes and her transformational research in Diamond Blackfan anemia (DBA) syndrome, a rare inherited bone marrow failure syndrome. Dr. Vlachos is the founder and has directed the Diamond Blackfan Anemia Registry (DBAR) of North America since its inception in 1991. She is the principal investigator and co-investigator on multiple grants funded by the National Institute of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She has published numerous articles on her research findings and has been invited to author papers and book chapters on bone marrow failure syndromes and DBA. Dr. Vlachos is a member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board for the Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome Registry, is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for the Diamond Blackfan Anemia Foundation and holds a position on the Scientific Program Committee for Bone Marrow Failure of the American Society of Hematology. She earned her medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. She completed her residency in pediatrics at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York. She then completed a clinical fellowship in bone marrow transplantation at North Shore University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology and bone marrow transplantation at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Videos Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Expert Dr. Adrianna Vlachos at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. Dr. Vlachos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Aplastic Anemia, and Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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 Largo, FL?

      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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