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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Sickle Cell Disease near ringgold, GA. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Referral may be required

    Tennessee Oncology Ringgold

    4645 Battlefield Pkwy, 
    Ringgold, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Sutton is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Ringgold, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Sutton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Agranulocytosis, Anemia, Leukocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Sutton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1635 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 300, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandeep Rajan is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Rajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemophilia A, Thrombocytopenia, Hemophilic Arthropathy, and Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Dr. Rajan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Parkridge East Hospital

    941 Spring Creek Rd, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Twi
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Addo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Addo is rated as an Experienced 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 Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Addo is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Tennessee Oncology Chattanooga Downtown

    1032 Mccallie Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harsha Vardhana is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Vardhana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 83 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Agranulocytosis, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Vardhana is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Referral may be required

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Hematology/Oncology

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Mixon is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Mixon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Sickle Cell Disease, and Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Mixon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hamilton Medical Center

    1200 Memorial Dr, 
    Dalton, GA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahsheed Khajavi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dalton, Georgia. Dr. Khajavi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Hip Replacement, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Khajavi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Referral may be required

    Chattanooga Oncology And Hematology Associates

    605 Glenwood Dr Ste 200, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sumana Nagireddy is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Nagireddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Agranulocytosis, Febrile Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Nagireddy is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Parkridge Medical Center Inc.

    2333 McCallie Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emem Udo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Udo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Udo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Parkridge Medical Center Inc.

    2333 McCallie Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pulin Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Lung Cancer, and Fainting. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Parkridge Medical Center Inc.

    2333 McCallie Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vani Bollineni is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Bollineni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Bollineni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Referral may be required

    Tennessee Oncology Chattanooga Medical Park Ii

    2200 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bradley Harrison is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult T-Cell Leukemia, Chronic T-Cell Leukemia (CTCL), Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Chronic Familial Neutropenia. Dr. Harrison is currently accepting new patients.

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

    CHI Memorial

    2525 Desales Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Gilbert-Ii is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Gilbert-Ii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Lung Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gilbert-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

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

    CHI Memorial

    2525 Desales Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eun Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Sepsis, Malnutrition, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

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

    CHI Memorial

    2525 Desales Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hany Naggar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Naggar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Sepsis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Naggar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Erlanger Family Medicine

    1100 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Fox is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Fox is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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 ringgold, 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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