Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Barbara Degar

Hematology | Oncology
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
450 Brookline Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Expertise in
8
conditions
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
450 Brookline Ave, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Barbara Degar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Degar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, Reticulohistiocytoma, and Histiocytosis.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles and participating in 8 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology in MA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Dana-farber Cancer Institute
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Degar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

8 Clinical Trials

A Phase II Trial of Epigenetic Priming in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
A Phase II Trial of Epigenetic Priming in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: January 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Combination product, Biological
Study Drugs: Methotrexate, Hydrocortisone, Azacitidine, Decitabine, Cytarabine, Daunorubicin, Etoposide, Idarubicin, Fludarabine, Mitoxantrone, Erwinia Asparaginase, Sorafenib, Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor, Dexrazoxane
Study Phase: Phase 2
Phase II Study of Clofarabine in Patients With Recurrent or Refractory Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and LCH-related Disorders
Phase II Study of Clofarabine in Patients With Recurrent or Refractory Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and LCH-related Disorders
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: September 26, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Clofarabine
Study Phase: Phase 2
Risk-Stratified Therapy for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Down Syndrome
Risk-Stratified Therapy for Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Down Syndrome
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 01, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drugs: Asparaginase, Erwinia Asparaginase, Cytarabine, Daunorubicin, Etoposide, Mitoxantrone, Thioguanine
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase III Study for Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL) Using Arsenic Trioxide and All-Trans Retinoic Acid
A Phase III Study for Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL) Using Arsenic Trioxide and All-Trans Retinoic Acid
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: November 07, 2024
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Study Drugs: Arsenic Trioxide, Cytarabine, Dexamethasone, Idarubicin, Mitoxantrone, Tretinoin
Study Phase: Phase 3
An Open-label, Single Arm, Multicenter Study to Broaden Access to Emapalumab, an Anti-Interferon Gamma (Anti-IFNγ) Monoclonal Antibody, and to Assess Its Efficacy, Safety, Impact on Quality of Life, and Long-term Outcome in Pediatric Patients With Primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
An Open-label, Single Arm, Multicenter Study to Broaden Access to Emapalumab, an Anti-Interferon Gamma (Anti-IFNγ) Monoclonal Antibody, and to Assess Its Efficacy, Safety, Impact on Quality of Life, and Long-term Outcome in Pediatric Patients With Primary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 12, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Emapalumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 2/3 Open-label Single Arm Multicentre Study to Assess Safety Tolerability Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of i.v. Administrations of NI-0501 an Anti-IFNγ mAb in Paediatric Patients With Primary Haemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
A Phase 2/3 Open-label Single Arm Multicentre Study to Assess Safety Tolerability Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of i.v. Administrations of NI-0501 an Anti-IFNγ mAb in Paediatric Patients With Primary Haemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 21, 2023
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Multicenter Study for the Long-term Follow-up of HLH Patients Who Received Treatment With NI-0501, an Anti-interferon Gamma Monoclonal Antibody
A Multicenter Study for the Long-term Follow-up of HLH Patients Who Received Treatment With NI-0501, an Anti-interferon Gamma Monoclonal Antibody
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 28, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
AML08: A Phase II Randomized Trial of Clofarabine Plus Cytarabine Versus Conventional Induction Therapy And A Phase II Study Of Natural Killer Cell Transplantation In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
AML08: A Phase II Randomized Trial of Clofarabine Plus Cytarabine Versus Conventional Induction Therapy And A Phase II Study Of Natural Killer Cell Transplantation In Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 10, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug, Device
Study Phase: Phase 3
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39 Total Publications

Identifying Targeted Therapies for CBFA2T3::GLIS2 Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
Identifying Targeted Therapies for CBFA2T3::GLIS2 Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
Journal: Research square
Published: June 05, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Barbara Degar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Barbara Degar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Barbara Degar by calling their office at 877-442-3324. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Barbara Degar a top-rated expert for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Barbara Degar is classified as an Elite expert for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Barbara Degar specialize in?

While Dr. Barbara Degar is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, and Reticulohistiocytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Barbara Degar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Barbara Degar has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. You can view a list of Dr. Barbara Degar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Barbara Degar accept my insurance?

Dr. Barbara Degar accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 877-442-3324 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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