The 20 Best Sideroblastic Anemia Doctors Near Me in Washington, DC

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The 20 Best Sideroblastic Anemia Doctors near Washington, DC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Sideroblastic Anemia near Washington, DC. Of these, 45 are Experienced and 10 are Advanced.

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    Khaled M. El
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Oncology | Hematology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Khaled M. El-Shami, M.B.Ch.B., Ph.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an assistant professor of oncology in the Division of Hematologic Malignancies at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Listen to Dr. El-Shami's Cancer Matters podcast episode to learn more about his work. Dr. El-Shami's clinical interests are in hematologic malignancies, including leukemias, lymphomas and myelomas.. Dr. El-Shami graduated from Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine in Alexandria, Egypt, where he did a residency in the Department of Neurosurgery. He was a Chevening Scholar as a M.S. student in molecular genetics at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, as well as a Sam Cohen Windhoek Scholar as a Ph.D. student in cancer immunology at the Weizmann Institute in Israel. Dr. El-Shami also completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, a fellowship in tumor immunology and biology at the National Cancer Institute, and a fellowship in medical oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. El-Shami previously served as faculty at Georgetown University and George Washington University. Dr. El-Shami has been named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine for several years. Dr. El-Shami is a member of the American Association for Advancement of Science, the American Association of Cancer Research, the American Association of Immunologists, the American Society for Gene Therapy and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. El-Shami's research focus is on hematologic malignancies, including acute and chronic leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloprolifetive neplasms and lymphomas. He has received the National Institutes of Health Clinical Research Scholars Award, an American Medical Association Seed Grant and an American Society of Clinical Oncology Merit Award. Dr. El is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Bruce R. Kressel
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce R. Kressel, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. In addition to an expertise in breast and lung cancer, Dr. Kressel has an expertise in gynecologic oncology and general medical oncology, with specific focuses on hematologic malignancies including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma. Dr. Kressel earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology, also at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kressel completed a fellowship in oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center as well. Dr. Kressel has been regularly named one of America’s Top Doctors and one of America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Kressel is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Kressel has contributed to numerous publications, presentations and clinical trials. Dr. Kressel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Arlington

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Feigert is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Feigert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

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    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Office

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keeran Sampat is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Sampat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Mark G. Goldstein
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Center For Cancer & Blood Disorders

    6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 660, Suite 660, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Goldstein is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Hematology/Oncology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 5100, 
    Washington, DC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pudipeddi Sarma is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Sarma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Breast Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Gw Cancer & Blood Disorders-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    Washington, DC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Siegel is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Siegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 2A38, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Catlett is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Catlett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 2A38, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vera Malkovska is an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Malkovska is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology | Oncology

    Radiology At Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center

    700 2nd St NE, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yun Oh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Oh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology

    110 Irving Street Northwest Suite C2149

    110 Irving St NW Ste C2149, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hedy Smith is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Acquired Hemophilia, Anemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    110 Irving Street Northwest Suite C2149

    110 Irving St NW Ste C2149, 
    Washington, DC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aarthi Shenoy is a Hematologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shenoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Arlington

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Christie is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Christie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Office

    1100 N Glebe Rd Ste 1600, 
    Arlington, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Isabelle Le is an Oncologist in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Le has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Internal Medicine

    John E Yerg II MD PLLC

    5410 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 117, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Wiseman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Wiseman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Sideroblastic Anemia, Barrett Esophagus, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Ari D. Fishman is a hematologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and George Washington University Hospital, where he serves as an assistant professor of medicine for the School of Medicine. He practices out of Maryland Oncology and Hematology, located in Wheaton, Maryland and Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Fishman earned his medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Beth Israel Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Fishman previously worked at Washington Oncology Hematology Center, located in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Fishman has been named a Top Doctor in Hematology and Oncology by Washingtonian Magazine and a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook magazine. Dr. Fishman is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Fishman has contributed to numerous publications. Selected Publications Fishman AD, Hoffman A, Volterra F, Frymus M, Gentilluci M. ""Intracaval and intracardiac metastatic nonseminomatous germ cell tumor: a rare cause of hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia."" Cancer Invest. 2002;20(7-8):996-1001.". Dr. Fishman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Farrell is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Farrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carolyn Hendricks is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Hendricks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. She is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Advanced in Sideroblastic Anemia

    Virginia Cancer Specialists - Alexandria

    4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 1018, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Ninan is an Oncologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Ninan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pulmonary Embolism, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Colorectal Cancer.

    Shannon C. O'connor
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Sideroblastic Anemia
    Hematology Oncology

    Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

    9905 Medical Center Drive, Shady Grove Medical Building Suite200, Suite 200, Shady Grove Medical Building Suite200, Suite 200, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Shannon C. O'Connor, M.D., is a medical oncologist with Suburban Hospital. She practices out of Maryland Oncology Hematology. Dr. O'Connor has expertise in hematology and medical oncology with a special focus in women's health, including breast cancer and gynecologic cancers. Dr. O'Connor earned her Master's Degree in Physiology at Georgetown University, followed by her medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. She completed a residency at Washington Hospital Center, as well as a fellowship in hematology and oncology. Dr. O'Connor is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, the Montgomery County Medical Society and the American Medical Association. Selected Publications Catlett JP1, Williams SA, O'Connor SC, Krishnan J, Malkovska V. ""Primary lymphoma of bone: an institutional experience."" Leuk Lymphoma. 2008 Nov;49(11):2125-32. doi: 10.1080/10428190802404030.". Dr. O'connor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sideroblastic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Sideroblastic Anemia?

    Sideroblastic anemia is a group of blood disorders characterized by an impaired ability of the bone marrow to produce normal red blood cells. In this condition, the iron inside red blood cells is inadequately used to make hemoglobin, despite normal amounts of iron. As a result, iron accumulates in the red blood cells, giving a ringed appearance to the nucleus (ringed sideroblast). The signs and symptoms of this condition may include fatigue, breathing difficulties, weakness, and enlargement of the liver or spleen. There are many potential causes of Sideroblastic anemia. Depending on the cause, it can be classified as hereditary (sometimes called congenital), acquired, and idiopathic (cause unknown).

    When should I see a Sideroblastic Anemia doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctors near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sideroblastic Anemia 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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctor near Washington, DC?

    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 Sideroblastic Anemia 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 Sideroblastic Anemia 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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctors near Washington, DC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sideroblastic Anemia 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 Sideroblastic Anemia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sideroblastic Anemia 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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