The 20 Best Sickle Cell Disease Doctors Near Me in Augusta, GA

Find the Top Sickle Cell Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Sickle Cell Disease near Augusta, GA. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 2 are Elite and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Abdullah Kutlar
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdullah Kutlar is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Kutlar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Betty Pace is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Pace is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology
    Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Asha Nayak is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Nayak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Sickle Cell Disease, and Endoscopy.

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    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jigarkumar Parikh is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Parikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hospital Medicine

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Agabin is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Agabin 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, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Paul Dainer
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Dainer is an Oncologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Dainer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Glioma, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Doctors Hospital

    3651 Wheeler Rd, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Girindra Raval is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Raval is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Trinity Hospital Of Augusta

    2260 Wrightsboro Rd, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abebe Kassahun is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Kassahun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Common Cold, E Coli Enteritis, and Acute Cystitis.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Priyanka Raval is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Raval is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Endoscopy.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Colleen Mcdonough is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Mcdonough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Sickle Cell Disease, NUT Carcinoma, and Leukemia.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vamsi Kota is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Kota is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Ring is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Ring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Brain Stem Cancer, and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Afshin Ameri is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Ameri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hemophilia A, Blood Clots, Sickle Cell Disease, and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jack Ellis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Derek Backer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Backer 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, Colonoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

    Wellstar MCG Health

    1120 15th St, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ding Xie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Xie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    1120 15th St Ste 1400, 
    Augusta, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Janik is a Hematologist in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Janik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Cervical Cancer, and Astrocytoma.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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 Augusta, GA?

    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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