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    MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Sickle Cell Disease near Houston, TX. Of these, 89 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    109 providers found
      Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology
      Elite in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology

      Office

      6410 Fannin St Ste 600B, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Modupe Idowu is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Idowu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemoglobinopathy.

      Martha P. Mims
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology

      Baylor College Of Medicine - Hem/Onc

      One Baylor Plaza, Ms Bcm 187, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Martha Mims, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Martha Mims specializes in Medical Oncology and works at BCM Medicine - Hem/Onc. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-3750. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Mims is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Clear Cell Sarcoma.

      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology

      Texas Childrens Hospital

      6621 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Venee Tubman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tubman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.

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

      Office

      6400 Fannin St Ste 2900, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Harinder Juneja is an Internal Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Juneja is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Anemia, Pulmonary Embolism, and Thrombocytopenia.

      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology

      Office

      6701 Fannin St Ste 1510, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Titilope Fasipe is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fasipe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.

      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Hematology | Oncology

      Office

      6701 Fannin St Fl 14, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gladstone Airewele is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Airewele is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.

      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease
      Distinguished in Sickle Cell Disease

      Houston Methodist Department Of Surgery

      6445 Main St Ste 2400, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shilpan Shah is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Sickle Cell Disease, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Rammurti Kamble
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

      Center For Cell And Gene Therapy

      6551 Bertner Avenue, Wt 15 Floor, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Kamble is Professor of Medicine in Hematology-Oncology, Cell and Gene Therapy, Baylor College of Medicine and Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX. He graduated from Ravi Shankar University, India in 1986 with a gold medal. He obtained postgraduate residency training from prestigious Postgraduate Institute of Medical Science and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh, India and his fellowship training in Hematology-Oncology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He was junior faculty in the AIIMS before joining MAMC, New Delhi University as Assistant Professor of Medicine. Between 1997 and 2001, he completed his residency and fellowship training in Internal Medicine and Hematology-Oncology from University of Tennessee and University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences respectively. He has served as Assistant Professor of Medicine and Associate director of Hematology-Oncology fellowship program at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center (OUHSC). Dr. Kamble is primarily interested in hematologic malignancies including multiple myeloma and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. He was conferred Union against cancer (ICRETT, Geneva) award in 1994 to study molecular aspect of chronic myelogenous leukemia and bone marrow transplant in Hammersmith hospital, London and Central Science and Industrial Research (CSIR) award in 1995 to study stem cell transplantation in Cornell University, New York. Dr. Kamble is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He has published extensively in prestigious journals including, Blood, Biology of Bone marrow transplantation and Journal of Clinical Oncology and regularly reviews manuscripts for Blood, Biology of bone marrow transplantation and Bone marrow transplant. Dr. Kamble's clinical interests are in innovative reduced conditioning protocols, in vivo T-cell depletion and novel approaches to reduce and treat graft-versus-host disease. Dr. Kamble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

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

      University Of Texas Medical Foundation

      6431 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Graham Segal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Segal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Endoscopy.

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

      Office

      2 Greenway Plz Ste 300, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Saleh Bhar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia, Aase Syndrome, Anemia, Aplastic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Family Medicine

      UTHealth Houston Fetal Center

      6410 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lubna Kaissi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kaissi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemoglobin C Disease.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease

      Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Specialists

      6550 Fannin St Ste 1101, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lawrence Rice is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rice is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease

      UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Effrosyni Apostolidou is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Apostolidou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, and Beta Thalassemia.

      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Sickle Cell Disease
      Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Trinh Nguyen is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Hemophilia B, and Hemophilic Arthropathy.

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

      Texas Childrens Hospital

      6621 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jun Zhao is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Neuroblastoma, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hereditary Neuroblastoma.

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

      Baylor College Of Medicine

      6701 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Hurwitz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hurwitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Spherocytosis, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.

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

      Office

      1102 Bates Ave Ste 1570, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kalindi Yajnik is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Yajnik 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, Hemolytic Anemia, and Beta Thalassemia.

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

      Office

      1102 Bates Ave Ste C1570, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Cecile Karsenty is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Karsenty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Sickle Cell Disease.

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

      Gulf States Hemophilia And Thrombophilia Center - Texas Medical Center

      7000 Fannin St Ste 750, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lakshmi Venkateswaran is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Venkateswaran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Blood Clots, Anemia, Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), and Hemophilia A.

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

      Office

      6621 Fannin St Fl 8, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Krance is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Krance is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Granulomatous Disease, Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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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