The 20 Best Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) Doctors Near Me in Baltimore, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 9 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Oncology | Hematology | Hematology Oncology

    Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, French

    Dr. Lode J. Swinnen is a cancer specialist in Baltimore caring for patients with lymphoma. Dr. Swinnen received his M.B.Ch.B. degree from the University of Cape Town Medical School. He completed his residency at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital and performed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Swinnen joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2002. His research interests include lymphomas and immunodeficiency-associated malignancies. Dr. Swinnen is a member of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Dr. Swinnen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Swinnen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

    401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Weinberg BLDG, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard F. Ambinder, M.D., Ph.D., currently serves as the James B. Murphy Professor of Oncology and the Director of the Division of Hematologic Malignancies at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. He is program co-leader of the Hematologic Malignancies and Bone Marrow Transplantation Program and leads the AIDS Malignancy Consortium (AMC) site at Johns Hopkins and the AMC Translational Sciences Working Group nationally. Dr. Ambinder graduated from Harvard College with a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, after which he received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine before completing his residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He also earned his Ph.D. in pharmacology from the Johns Hopkins University, and completed his oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Within the clinic, Dr. Ambinder is active in the treatment of lymphoma and Kaposi’s sarcoma. Dr. Ambinder’s research is focused on exploring opportunities to prevent or treat cancer with viral infections. Virus-associated tumors are among the most common malignancies in certain populations and regions. For instance, Burkitt's lymphoma (EBV) and Kaposi's sarcoma (KSHV) are common in equatorial Africa, nasopharyngeal carcinoma (EBV) is common in southern Chinese populations or those with southern Chinese origins, and immunoblastic lymphomas (EBV) are common in immunocompromised patients (organ transplant recipients, AIDS patients, etc). Thus, Dr. Ambinder’s new approaches to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment stand to have a direct impact on the lives of cancer patients around the globe. Additionally, the study of how viruses can impact these tumors is important in creating model systems for the development of new approaches to cancer care. Currently, many immunotherapies target unidentified antigens, making the measurement of relevant immune responses problematic at best. However, in EBV-associated tumors the antigens are well defined, thus allowing the Ambinder lab to define the epitope-specific cellular immune responses. As a result of this breakthrough, interventions designed to alter immune response —whether they be vaccine based interventions, adoptive immunotherapy interventions, or pharmacologic interventions — may all be assessed in terms of relevant surrogate markers. Much in the same way the treatment of Hodgkin's lymphoma with radiotherapy and chemotherapy paved the way for the modern approach to cancer treatment more broadly, the treatment of EBV-associated tumors (including Hodgkin's lymphoma) may pave the way to the more generalized use of these modalities to treat a myriad of cancer types. Dr. Ambinder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, B-Cell Lymphoma, Tissue Biopsy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ambinder is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Womens Health Boutique Weinberg Center

    227 Saint Paul St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Panayotis Ledakis is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ledakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 79 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendix Cancer, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, Anemia, Colorectal Cancer, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    University Of Maryland Pediatric Associates PA

    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Djordje Atanackovic is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Atanackovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, T-Cell Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Streiff is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Streiff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Gore is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Gore is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute

    3407 Wilkens Ave Ste 100, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhargavi Pulluri is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Pulluri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Schnitzler Syndrome, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)

    Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute

    3407 Wilkens Ave Ste 100, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carole Miller is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vaginal Cancer, Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)
    Hematology | Oncology

    UM SJMG - Hematology & Medical Oncology

    7501 Osler Dr Ste 100, 
    Towson, MD 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Schraeder is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Schraeder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD). He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma. Dr. Schraeder is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)?

    Unicentric Castleman disease (UCD) is a condition that affects the lymph nodes and related tissues. It is a form of Castleman disease that is "localized" to a single set of lymph nodes (as opposed to multicentric Castleman disease which has more widespread effects). UCD often starts as an enlarged lymph node. Depending on the location of this enlarged node, some people will have no additional features of the condition, while others will develop symptoms when it pushes on nearby organs and/or tissues. The exact underlying cause of UCD is currently unknown.

    When should I see a Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) 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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) 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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) 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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) 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 Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD) 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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