The 20 Best Thrombocytopenia Doctors Near Me in Temple, TX

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The 20 Best Thrombocytopenia Doctors near Temple, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Thrombocytopenia near Temple, TX. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Advanced.

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    Ashwini Bhat
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bhat is a board-certified hematologist/ medical oncologist who has formed a niche in breast oncology. She joined BSW at Temple's main campus in 2011 soon after completing her fellowship, and her medical practice mostly consists of breast cancer patients. She also supervises the trainee fellows in their continuity clinic and is one of the core faculty in Baylor Scott & White's 3-year hem-oncology fellowship program. Dr. Bhat has been the site director of NSABP and is currently the chair of the breast tumor board, a weekly interdisciplinary case discussion conference, where NCCN guidelines and optimal treatment options for all their breast cancer patients are discussed. She is passionate about taking care of breast cancer patients and believes in providing them with a comprehensive, yet personalized care plan when it comes to their cancer. Their clinic offers several state-of-the-art treatments like novel chemotherapies, biotherapies, targeted therapies, and immunotherapies. In addition to these standard treatments, she strives to bring on relevant and pertinent clinical trials that would benefit our breast cancer patients. She frequently offers second and third-opinion consults on complicated cases that are referred from our peripheral clinics. Dr. Bhat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Kathleen Halka
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Halka is an Oncologist in Temple, Texas. Dr. Halka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Christian Cable
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia
    Distinguished in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Cable attended medical school at Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine in Bryan, TX. He went on to complete his Internal Medicine residency and Medical Oncology fellowship at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple. Dr. Cable's practice focuses on malignant hematology, autologous stem cell transplantation and the medical education of residents and fellows. He is board-certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cable is the Associate Dean of Admissions and Students at the Temple Campus of Baylor College of Medicine. His primary career focus is medical education and administration. He has served in Temple as a hematology/oncology fellowship director and medical director of residency and fellowship programs. He frequently speaks nationally on hematology and medical education and has served with the American College of Physicians and Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education. He is the current editor of the Hematology MKSAP Board Review resource. Dr. Cable's area of expertise is classical consultative hematology. Connect with Dr. Cable: Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Cable is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Sripriya Santhanam
    Advanced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology | Oncology
    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sripriya Santhanam is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Temple, Texas. Dr. Santhanam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Roger W. Kylberg
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Family Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple Downtown

    409 W Adams Ave, 
    Temple, TX 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Roger Kylberg is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. His professional interests include multigenerational family care and geriatrics. Dr. Kylberg is passionate about treating patients, from children to older adults, whom he considers friends and neighbors, through therapeutic partnership. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Texas Medical Association. Outside of work, Dr. Kylberg enjoys spending time with family, running and reading. Dr. Kylberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Juvencio Velasquez
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Center For Diagnostic Medicine - Temple

    1605 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Juvencio Velasquez is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. His professional interests include all types of medicine and caring for the elderly population. Outside of work, Dr. Velasquez enjoys cars. Dr. Velasquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Cassie Huynh
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Center For Diagnostic Medicine - Temple

    1605 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Offers Telehealth

    After completing an Internal Medicine residency, Dr. Huynh pursued an additional interest in specializing in caring for not just adults but for older adults. She enjoys practicing outpatient medicine and longitudinal relationships, not just in the clinic but also in post-acute and long-term care settings. Dr. Huynh remains actively involved in teaching graduate medical learners across these clinical settings. Additionally, she serves as medical director of two post-acute and long-term care facilities in the Temple-Belton area. Dr. Huynh's areas of expertise include dementia, delirium, frailty, falls, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, depression, anxiety, and transitions of care. Connect with Dr. Huynh: Baylor College of Medicine Cassie Huynh, MD, FACP, CMD | LinkedIn Dr. Huynh on Doximity. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Lucas Wong
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Wong's focus has been on gastrointestinal cancer patients and clinical research in the area of GI cancers. He provides education in this same area for the Baylor College of Medicine Medical School, Baylor Scott & White internal medicine residency, and Baylor Scott & White hematology/oncology fellowship program. He is currently a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the BCM Medical School. Outside of Baylor Scott & White, he is a board member of the Texas Society of Clinical Oncology, Texas Medical Association Cancer Committee member, and SWOG GI committee member. Dr. Wong's area of clinical care and research is gastrointestinal malignancies such as colon, pancreatic, esophageal, stomach, liver, bile duct, rectal, anal, and small bowel. Connect with Dr. Wong: Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Lynch Syndrome, Pancreatoblastoma, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Sherronda Henderson
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sherronda Henderson is Division Director of Hematology/Oncology at Baylor Scott and White, Central Texas Market. She is a medical oncologist with a specialization in genitourinary oncology - prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers. She has been the primary investigator of multiple clinical trials in genitourinary oncology and is the oncology lead of the multidisciplinary genitourinary tumor board. Dr. Henderson is Associate Program Director of the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship and an Assistant Professor of Medicine with Baylor College of Medicine, serving as a member of the Admissions Interview Subcommittee. She is passionate about empowering her patients with knowledge about their disease, fostering a collaborative partnership, and working together as a team to deliver the highest standard of cancer care. Dr. Henderson's areas of expertise include prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, and testicular cancer. Connect with Dr. Henderson: Baylor College of Medicine Sherronda Henderson, MD, FACP | LinkedIn Dr. Henderson on Doximity. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Familial Wilms Tumor 2, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Rex C. Garland
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology | Oncology

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Garland completed his post-graduate medical training at Baylor Scott & White in Temple, TX, and remained on staff in the hematology/oncology division. He has a specific interest in cellular therapies for hematologic diseases, particularly stem cell transplant and CAR T-cell therapy for multiple myeloma and lymphomas. He also has an interest in Narrative Medicine, exploring the intersectionality of the humanities and medicine. Dr. Garland's areas of expertise include multiple myeloma, lymphoma, leukemia and blood disorders. Connect with Dr. Garland: Dr. Garland on Doximity. Dr. Garland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).

    Mohit Bansal
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bansal's primary interest is in direct patient care through a multidisciplinary approach. His areas of expertise include breast cancer, melanoma, sarcoma, and endocrine cancers. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Alan C. Gowan
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    After completing his residency and fellowship at Scott & White, Dr. Gowan has spent his entire 20-year professional career in Temple, TX. Initially, he was at Scott & White Memorial which became Baylor Scott & White Health. His primary focus is on thoracic cancers and malignancies of the head and neck. Dr. Gowan's areas of expertise include lung cancer and head and neck cancer. Dr. Gowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Curtis R. Mirkes
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    For more information on how to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mirkes, please visit the Executive Health & Wellness webpage. Dr. Mirkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Cirrhosis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Chronic Cough, and Endoscopy.

    Umavathy Manoharan
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hospital Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Umavathy Manoharan is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Temple, Texas. Dr. Manoharan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Lung Metastases, Hip Replacement, and Hernia Surgery.

    Steve Sibbitt
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple

    546 N Kegley Rd, 
    Temple, TX 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steve Sibbitt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Temple, Texas. Dr. Sibbitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine

    Baylor Scott & White Center For Diagnostic Medicine-Temple

    1605 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Westwick is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Temple, Texas. Dr. Westwick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Mason is a Hematologist in Temple, Texas. Dr. Mason is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).

    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine

    Scott & White Memorial Hospital

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roberto Aguirre is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Temple, Texas. Dr. Aguirre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Hematology

    Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Temple

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ahlers trained with the expectation of becoming a physician-scientist. As much as he enjoyed working in the lab, he discovered that he loved taking care of patients far more. At Baylor Scott & White, he works as a hematologist-oncologist with a special focus on leukemia, graft-vs-host disease, and other malignant hematologic disorders. Dr. Ahlers also cares for patients with non-cancerous blood disorders and solid tumors. Whether as a frequent provider for his patients with chronic hematologic disorders or as a one-time consultant for his patients who have blood abnormalities due to another problem, he endeavors to be a teacher, a coach, and an advocate for his patients. Dr. Ahlers' areas of expertise include acute myeloid leukemia, acute lymphoid leukemia, chronic leukemias, stem cell transplants, graft-vs-host Disease, CAR-T cellular therapy, lymphomas, plasma cell disorders (myeloma), benign hematology disorders and stroke prevention. Dr. Ahlers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Thrombocytopenia
    Internal Medicine

    Scott & White Memorial Hospital

    2401 S 31st St, 
    Temple, TX 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tanuja Salim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Temple, Texas. Dr. Salim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thrombocytopenia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Thrombocytopenia?

    Thrombocytopenia means there is an abnormally low amount of platelets. Platelets are parts of the blood that help blood to clot. This condition is sometimes associated with abnormal bleeding.

    When should I see a Thrombocytopenia doctor near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia doctor near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia doctors near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia doctors near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia doctor near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thrombocytopenia 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 Thrombocytopenia doctor near Temple, 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 Thrombocytopenia 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 Thrombocytopenia 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 Thrombocytopenia doctors near Temple, TX?

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

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