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    MediFind found 174 doctor with experience in Richter Syndrome near Louisiana, US. Of these, 125 are Experienced, 44 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    174 providers found
      S S. Boniol
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology

      Cancer Center - Bossier City

      2541 Viking Dr., 
      Bossier City, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      S Boniol is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Boniol is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Bassam Abi
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      St. Frances Cabrini Cancer Center – North

      2108 Texas Ave., Suite 3061, Suite 3061, 
      Alexandria, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bassam Abi is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Abi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Neelima Chintapalli
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Cancer Center – Highland Medical Center

      1453 E. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Neelima Chintapalli is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Chintapalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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      Christopher Snead
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Cancer Center - Bossier City

      2541 Viking Dr., 
      Bossier City, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christopher Snead is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Snead is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Robert Massingill
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Cancer Center – Highland Medical Center

      1453 E. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Massingill is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Massingill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Internal Medicine

      Wk Bossier Internal Medicine

      2400 Hospital Dr, Suite 420, 
      Bossier City, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kennedy Lim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lung Metastases, Small Bowel Resection, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center

      850 Olive St, Suite A, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Manish Dhawan is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Dhawan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Dhawan is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Ochsner Cancer Center Of Acadiana At Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

      1211 Coolidge Blvd, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Cain is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Cain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Cain is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology

      Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center In Covington

      1203 S Tyler St, 
      Covington, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jack Saux is a Hematologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Saux is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome

      Office

      2770 3rd Ave, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Leroy Fredericks is an Oncologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Fredericks is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology
      Distinguished in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology | Oncology

      Willis Knighton Hematology/Oncology North

      2600 Kings Hwy Ste 300, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Anil Veluvolu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Veluvolu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Veluvolu is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Ochsner Cancer Center Of Acadiana At Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

      1211 Coolidge Blvd, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Victoria Panelli is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Panelli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Panelli is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome

      Ochsner Cancer Center - Baton Rouge

      17050 Medical Center Drive, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Burke Brooks is an Oncologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Brooks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Myeloma, and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Brooks is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Ochsner Cancer Center Of Acadiana At Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

      1211 Coolidge Blvd, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Molly Thomas is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Ochsner Health Center - Kenner

      200 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Laura Chauvin is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Chauvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Chauvin is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Advanced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      The Gayle And Tom Benson Cancer Center

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Laura Finn is a Hematologist Oncology provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Finn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Finn is currently accepting new patients.

      Hafez Halawani
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Oncology | Hematology

      Christus

      3330 Masonic Dr., 
      Alexandria, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hafez Halawani is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Halawani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Thrombocytopenia.

      Kamran Shahid
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome

      Ochsner CHRISTUS Health Center - Tybee Lane

      1960 Tybee Lane, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kamran Shahid is an Oncologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Shahid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thrombocytopenia, and Anemia.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      Ochsner Health Center - Robert Boulevard

      1120 Robert Blvd, 
      Slidell, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Smith, who is Board Certified in Hematology and Oncology, completed her fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Tulane University School of Medicine in 2004 and her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at State University of New York Health Sciences Center at Brooklyn in 1996. She completed her Medical Education at the Jawaharal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research in India. Her professional memberships include the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association and the Medical Council of India. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lung Cancer.

      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology
      Experienced in Richter Syndrome
      Hematology Oncology

      St. Tammany Cancer Center - A Campus Of Ochsner Medical Center

      900 Ochsner Blvd, 
      Covington, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nelly Aoun is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Aoun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Richter Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Aoun is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Richter Syndrome?

      Richter syndrome is a rare condition in which chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) changes into a fast-growing type of lymphoma. Symptoms of Richter syndrome can include fever, loss of weight and muscle mass, abdominal pain, and enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Laboratory results may show anemia and low platelet counts (which can lead to easy bleeding and bruising).

      When should I see a Richter Syndrome doctor in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome doctor in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome doctors in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome doctors in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome doctor in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctor in Louisiana, US?

      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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome 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 Richter Syndrome doctors in Louisiana, US?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Richter Syndrome 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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