The 20 Best Thalassemia Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Thalassemia Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Thalassemia near Houston, TX. Of these, 45 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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    Martha P. Mims
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Clear Cell Sarcoma.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    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 Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Spherocytosis, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Oncology
    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Oncology

    OC Pharmacy II

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathy Sam is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    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
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    Oncology Consultants - Cancer Center

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Devesh Pandya is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pandya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Thrombocytopenia, and Anemia. Dr. Pandya is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    Oncology Consultants - Cancer Center

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Sanford is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sanford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Thalassemia, Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder. Dr. Sanford is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    OC Pharmacy II

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Manner is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Manner 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, Alpha Thalassemia, and Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    OC Pharmacy II

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Velasquez is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Velasquez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Anemia.

    Advanced in Thalassemia
    Advanced in Thalassemia

    Office

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Ste 1000, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Munaf Alkadimi is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Alkadimi has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and 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, Anemia, and Aleukemic Leukemia Cutis (ALC).

    Mark Udden
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 6th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mark Udden is a hematologist specializing in hematology conditions. He is a Professor of Medicine - Hematology and Oncology at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Udden’s clinical interests include: anemias; sickle cell disease; thalassemia; myeloproliferative disorders (including CML); thrombosis; platelet disorders; hematologic malignancies such as CLL; and plasma cell dyscrasia. Dr. Udden received his medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed his residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, where he also completed a fellowship in hematology. . Dr. Udden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hypereosinophilic Syndrome, Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Essential Thrombocythemia.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Associates

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

    Ethan Natelson is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Natelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Schnitzler Syndrome, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. 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.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    1 Baylor Plz, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtney Miller is a Hematologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Family Medicine

    Elevate Health PA

    1801 North Loop W Ste 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Giglio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Giglio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sitosterolemia.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Sickle Cell Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, and Beta Thalassemia.

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

    Texas Childrens Hospital

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

    Khaled Yassine is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Yassine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Beta Thalassemia, Aplastic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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

    Texas Childrens Hospital

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

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

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    Office

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Ste 1000, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Hude is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hude is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Experienced in Thalassemia

    Oncology Consultants - Cancer Center

    2130 W Holcombe Blvd Fl 10, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuval Raizen is an Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Raizen 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 Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Raizen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Hematology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemoglobinopathy.

    Experienced in Thalassemia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Thalassemia
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thalassemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Beta Thalassemia.

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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 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 Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia 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 Thalassemia 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 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 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 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 Houston, TX?

    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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