The 20 Best Sickle Cell Disease Doctors Near Me in New Hyde Park, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 344 doctor with experience in Sickle Cell Disease near New Hyde Park, NY. Of these, 277 are Experienced, 53 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 5 are Elite.

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    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Northwell Health Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant

    269-01 76th Avenue, Suite 255, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Turkish

    Banu Aygun is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Aygun is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 9 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
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Northwell Health Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant

    269-01 76th Avenue, Suite 255, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Akan

    Abena Appiah is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Appiah 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, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Hindi, Japanese
    Offers Telehealth

    Shams Shakil, MD, PhD, MS, is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where he specializes in the treatment of patients with benign and malignant hematologic conditions. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Shakil is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Shakil maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. He earned his medical degree from Chittagong Medical College in Bangladesh, his PhD from Hiroshima University School of Medicine and his MS in Medical Informatics from the Oregon Health and Science University. His fellowship in Hematology/Oncology was completed at Brookdale University Hospital Center. Dr. Shakil has a research background in both surgical oncology and radiation oncology. He is an active member of the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Shakil is rated as an Advanced 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 Sickle Cell Disease, Anemia, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology | Pediatrics
    26901 76th Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brenton Francisco is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Francisco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemophilia A, Hemophilic Arthropathy, and Hemoglobin SC Disease. Dr. Francisco is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Northwell Health Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant

    269-01 76th Avenue, Suite 255, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Anshul Vagrecha is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Vagrecha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Sickle Cell Disease, and Febrile Neutropenia. Dr. Vagrecha is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant

    269-01 76th Avenue, Suite 255, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Wolfe is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Wolfe is rated as an Advanced 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 Thalassemia, Beta Thalassemia, Hereditary Spherocytosis, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Wolfe is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology, and American Board Of Hospice & Palliative Medicine.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Northwell Health Pediatric Hematology/Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant

    269-01 76th Avenue, Suite 255, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi

    Suchitra Acharya is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Acharya is rated as an Advanced provider 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 Hemophilia A, Hemophilia B, Hemophilic Arthropathy, and Blood Clots. Dr. Acharya is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology.

    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatrics

    Northwell Health Adolescent & Pediatric Medicine

    410 Lakeville Road, Suite 108, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish

    Dr. Jan is the Division Director of General Pediatrics where she oversees clinical, teaching, and research operations for the Division of General Pediatrics for Cohen Children's Medical Center. She is also the Medical Director of the Health Homes Serving Children Program for Northwell Health, a care management program for pediatric Medicaid beneficiaries with complex medical or behavioral health needs. Dr. Jan has over a decade of clinical, programmatic and research experience in general pediatrics and general internal medicine. She specializes in the care of children and adults with complex medical needs and intellectual/developmental disabilities. She is the principal investigator of several federally and foundation funded research projects focusing on the delivery of healthcare and long-term care services for children and adults with chronic conditions originating in childhood. Dr. Jan earned her bachelor's degree from the City University of New York at Brooklyn College and her medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. She completed a dual residency in both pediatrics and internal medicine from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where she was also Chief Resident. She continued her fellowship training as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholar at the Perelman School of Medicine at UPenn, earning a master's in health policy research. Dr. Jan is rated as an Advanced 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 COVID-19, Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Jan is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pathology | Oncology | Laboratory Medicine
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pathology | Oncology | Laboratory Medicine
    270-5 76th Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peihong Hsu is a Pathologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leukocytosis, Sickle Cell Disease, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Dr. Hsu is board certified in American Board Of Pathology/Anatomic & Clinical and American Board Of Pathology/Hematology.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish

    Mark Atlas is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Atlas is rated as an Experienced 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 Optic Glioma, Glioma, Medulloblastoma, and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Dr. Atlas is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology.

    Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    27005 76th Ave, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ilene Friedman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Friedman is rated as a Distinguished 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, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, and Hemoglobin SC Disease.

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

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clifton Lee, MD, is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where he specializes in benign hematology, bleeding disorders and thrombophilia. He maintains an active practice where he focuses on providing compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Lee is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Lee earned his medical degree at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He trained in internal medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and completed a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Factor 11 Deficiency, and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Caro is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Caro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Febrile Neutropenia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Dr. Caro is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese
    Offers Telehealth

    Kit Cheng, MD, is the Program Director of the Medical Oncology and Hematology Fellowship Program for the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. In this role, she is committed to the recruitment and education of future generations of physicians. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, she is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. As an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center, Dr. Cheng specializes in breast cancer and gynecology oncology, namely cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and vaginal cancer. She is a principal investigator and sub principal investigator in multiple breast and gynecologic oncology clinical trials. She maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Dr. Cheng earned her medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She trained in Internal Medicine and Hematology/Oncology at North Shore University Hospital where she was also Chief Fellow. Dr. Cheng is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and is fluent in Cantonese and English. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Cheng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian
    Offers Telehealth

    Nouneh Gostanian is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gostanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Gostanian is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven R. Savona, MD, is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where his major clinical interests include blood disorders such as malignant and non-malignant hematology diseases as well as oncology expertise in the areas of diseases of the skin including melanoma, basal cell cancer and squamous cell cancer; he also sees patients with colorectal cancer and pancreas cancer. Dr. Savona maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Hematology and Hospice/Palliative medicine, Dr. Savona is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Savona is an active participant in the Cancer Control Program of the National Cancer Institute sponsored clinical trials based at Northwell. He is an investigator on cancer control studies, studies for the treatment of cancer of the pancreas as well as squamous cancer of the skin. In prior studies, Dr. Savona has addressed issues such as tobacco dependency and smoking cessation, redeveloping life styles and physical activity levels after completion of chemotherapy, the prevention of infections in patients with impaired immunity and prevention of hot flashes in patients on hormonal therapy. Dr. Savona earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed both his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in Medical Oncology/Hematology at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Savona is an active member of the American Society of Hematology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Savona 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 Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Bone Tumor, Melanoma, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Savona is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bradley Goldberg, MD, is an attending physician based at the Monter Cancer Center where he specializes in treating patients with both benign and malignant hematologic conditions. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Medical Oncology, Dr. Goldberg maintains an active practice where he focuses on compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. He is part of the team rotating through the inpatient malignant hematology service at North Shore University Hospital (located on 7 Monti). Dr. Goldberg earned his medical degree at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency and his medical oncology and hematology fellowship at the Northwell Health program located at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is an active member of the American Society of Hematology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Goldberg 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 Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Goldberg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Transplant Surgery

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruthee-lu Bayer is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Bayer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Bayer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Carleton, MD, is Associate Chief of the R.J. Zuckerberg Cancer Center at the Northwell Health Cancer Institute. Dr. Carleton, an expert in the treatment of breast cancer, joined the staff at North Shore University Hospital in 2002. A Massachusetts native, Dr. Carleton graduated from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed both her residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. She then conducted two years of hematology research at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. Since joining the Northwell Health System she has focused her career primarily on breast cancer, including breast cancer prevention and the management of early stage and advanced breast cancer. She is actively involved in multidisciplinary disease oriented care models for these diseases. In addition to patient care she is actively involved in the education of medical students, residents and fellows, and participates in clinical research on breast cancer. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine. Dr. Carleton 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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Carleton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
    Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease

    Northwell Health Center For Advanced Medicine, RJ Zuckerberg Cancer Center

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance B, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruby Sharma, MD, is an attending at the Monter Cancer Center where her clinical practice is solely dedicated to the treatment of patients with breast cancer. She maintains an active medical practice focusing on compassionate, personalized, evidence-based multi-disciplinary care. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Hematology and Palliative Medicine, she is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Her research is focused on the prevention of disease, prevention of recurrence after surgery, and treatment of recurrences. She has a special interest in triple negative breast cancer and breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy. Dr. Sharma is a member of the New York Metropolitan Breast Cancer Group, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American College of Physicians, American Society of Hematology and American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. She meets weekly with the interdisciplinary Breast Cancer Tumor Board, where challenging cases are reviewed. In addition to patient care, she is actively involved in the education of medical students, residents and fellows. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced 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 Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hematology and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology.

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    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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 New Hyde Park, NY?

    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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