The 20 Best Thalassemia Doctors Near Me in Burbank, CA

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The 20 Best Thalassemia Doctors near Burbank, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 198 doctor with experience in Thalassemia near Burbank, CA. Of these, 173 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 54, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Coates is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Coates is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Hemoglobinopathy, Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Mihran H. Shirinian
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    Comprehensive Oncology Hematology Center

    1505 Wilson Terr, Ste 340, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, French
    Accepting New Patients

    To provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, and compassionate setting. Dr. Shirinian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Vachik Shahnazarian
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine

    Vachik Shahnazarian, MD Private Practice

    1030 S Glendale Ave, Ste 304, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, French, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Our Mission is to combine knowledge, skill, training, and experience with the most advanced technology available, to provide our patients with the best possible care. We specialize in General Medicine, Ear, Nose and Throat, Anti Aging, and Laser Surgery. We provide this care in a friendle, courteous, and efficient environment. We promise to make every effort to personalize your care and give you the special treatment you deserve. Dr. Shahnazarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    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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    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    1505 Wilson Terrace, Suite 200, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Boris Bagdasarian is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Glendale, California. Dr. Bagdasarian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Bagdasarian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Hematology Oncology
    181 South Buena Vista Street, Floor 4, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krisztina Larson is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Burbank, California. Dr. Larson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Febrile Neutropenia, and Severe Congenital Neutropenia. Dr. Larson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    3808 West Riverside Drive, Suite 302, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Reynolds is an Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Reynolds is currently accepting new patients.

    Lasika C. Seneviratne
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine

    Los Angeles Hematology

    222 W Eulalia St, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide compassionate individualized treatment using the most recent proven advances in cancer care as well as education and support to our patients and their families. Dr. Seneviratne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Agranulocytosis, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    California Sleep Center

    2601 W Alameda Ave Ste 300, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maher Dakroub is an Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Dakroub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thalassemia, and Thrombocytopenia.

    Nubar Boghossian
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    3808 W Riverside Dr, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide compassionate individualized treatment using the most recent proven advances in cancer care as well as education and support to our patients and their families. It is also our mission to participate in important clinical research, early detection and innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research with our associates at Southwest Oncology Group and Kenmar Research Institute. I am privileged to be able to take care of our cancer patients. Dr. Boghossian 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, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis.

    Vigen Khojayan
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine

    Vigen Khojayan, MD Private Practice

    435 Arden Ave, Ste 360, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian

    I try to communicate to my patients. I strive to explain their medical condition and discuss their treatment options in plain language. Questions are answered. I want no patient to leave the office thinking they were rushed through their visit. Dr. Khojayan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Lim L. Taw
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine

    Lim L. Taw, MD Private Practice

    1500 S Central Ave, Ste 314, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Burmese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Taw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    222 W Eulalia St, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheila Vasan is an Internal Medicine provider in Glendale, California. Dr. Vasan has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, and Anemia.

    Ara Airapetian
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine

    Comprehensive Community Health Centers, Inc

    801 S Chevy Chase Dr, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    To provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Airapetian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Obesity.

    Distinguished in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology

    Children's Hospital Los Angeles

    4650 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Hofstra is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hofstra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Thalassemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Beta Thalassemia.

    Sungwon R. Kyung
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology Oncology
    1300 North Vermont Avenue, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sungwon Kyung is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kyung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Kyung is currently accepting new patients.

    David D. Shin
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology

    UCLA Cancer Care DTLA

    700 W 7th St, Ste S270-B, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Shin is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Shin is currently accepting new patients.

    Caspian H. Oliai
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    UCLA Cancer Care DTLA

    700 W 7th St, Ste S270-B, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Caspian Oliai is a Hematologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Oliai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Oliai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine

    CoMcAre Primary Medical Group A California General Partnership

    333 E Magnolia Blvd Ste 103, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Rivera is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Nephropathy, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Malnutrition.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Internal Medicine
    2211 West Magnolia Boulevard, Suite 230, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    San Wai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Wai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Abetalipoproteinemia, Tangier Disease, and Hypolipoproteinemia. Dr. Wai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    The Oncology Institute

    2601 W Alameda Ave Ste 300, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saghi Esfandiarifard is an Oncologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Esfandiarifard has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thalassemia, and Thrombocytopenia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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 Burbank, 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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