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    MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Thalassemia near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    17 providers found
      Advanced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology

      Ravi Patel M D Inc

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shawn Shambaugh is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Shambaugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, Leukocytosis, and Hemolytic Crisis.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      San Joaquin Community Hospital

      2615 Chester Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ricardo Salas is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Salas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.

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      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology

      San Joaquin Community Hospital

      2620 Chester Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ather Mehboob is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Mehboob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer.

      Are you looking for a specific type of Thalassemia?

      Common conditions include: Alpha Thalassemia, Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Beta Thalassemia

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      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      2700 F St, Suite 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ajitpal Tiwana is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Tiwana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Internal Medicine

      Centric Health

      2901 Sillect Ave, Suite 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      William Baker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Wilbur Montana is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Montana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Cervical Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Ravi Patel M D Inc

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kota Shekar is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Shekar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Acute Mountain Sickness.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Ravi Patel M D Inc

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Sadanand Patil is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pulmonary Embolism, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Patil is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology

      Ravi Patel M D Inc

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Kanamori is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Kanamori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, Breast Cancer, and Hemolytic Anemia.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alan Cartmell is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Cartmell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Anemia, Breast Cancer, and Leukocytosis.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology | Oncology

      Ravi Patel M D Inc

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ravi Patel is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Internal Medicine

      Mesa West Medical Inc

      8327 Brimhall Rd, Suite 704, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      William Gilli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Gilli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Coccidioidomycosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine

      Mohawk Medical And Associates Inc

      9908 Brimhall Rd, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Morasca is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Morasca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia, Sinusitis, and Premature Ovarian Failure.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      9900 Stockdale Hwy, Suite 203, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Afif Elias is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Elias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      4500 Morning Dr, Suite 105, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vinh-linh Nguyen is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Premier Family Health Care, A Professional Corporation

      3300 Buena Vista Rd, Suite K, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Danh Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Warts, Membranous Nephropathy, Melasma, and Obesity.

      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Thalassemia
      Family Medicine

      Premier Family Health Care, A Professional Corporation

      3300 Buena Vista Rd, Suite K, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cold-Induced Sweating Syndrome, Shapiro Syndrome, and Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Thalassemia?

      Thalassemia is a blood disorder passed down through families (inherited) in which the body makes an abnormal form or inadequate amount of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. The disorder results in large numbers of red blood cells being destroyed, which leads to anemia.

      When should I see a Thalassemia doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia doctor near Bakersfield, CA?

      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 Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Thalassemia 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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