Overview
Erick Hjortsvang is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Arroyo Grande, California.
Dr. Hjortsvang is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Multiple Myeloma.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Dr. Gorgun Akpek (Dr. G) is a board certified hematologist and medical oncologist who treats his patients with all types of cancer and blood related.Dr. Akpek received his MD degree from Hacettepe University, the top medical school in Turkey and did his internal medicine residency and hematology & medical oncology clinical fellowship trainings at Hacettepe University and Boston University Medical Centers. He became further specialized in Leukemia and Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Johns Hopkins University Department of Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland.He joined the faculty first at Johns Hopkins University and then University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center as a clinical investigator and attending physician.He continued his career as a founding Director of Leukemia and Stem Cell Transplantation/Cell Therapy programs at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona and more recently he served as the Section Chief of Blood and Marrow Transplant Program (BMT) at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.Dr. Akpek is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT). He is nationally recognized for his research by more than 100 publications and clinical work in leukemia, lymphoma, MDS, multiple myeloma and stem cell transplantation.Board Certification:Oncology, Hematology, Internal MedicineMedical School:Hacettepe University School of MedicineInternal Medicine Residency:Hacettepe University School of MedicineFellowship Training:Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center and Johns Hopkins UniversityAreas of Interest:All Cancers including: Autoimmune Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, MelanomaAdditional Education: Master of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 2005. Awards and Recognition: Chief's Hematology and Oncology Scholar Award, Boston University 1995-1997 Jo-Ann McCaleb Amyloid Research Award 1997 Henry Christian Award, American Federation of Medical Research 2002. Dr. Akpek is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy. Dr. Akpek is board certified in Hematology-American Board Of Hematology, Medical Oncology-American Board Of Medical Oncology, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Akpek is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang by calling their office at 805-474-9143. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang a top-rated expert for Essential Thrombocythemia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Essential Thrombocythemia, 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. Erick W. Hjortsvang specialize in?
While Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Essential Thrombocythemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang accept my insurance?
Dr. Erick W. Hjortsvang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-474-9143 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Hjortsvang isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Hjortsvang isDistinguished. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Advanced
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Hjortsvang isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Hjortsvang isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Hjortsvang isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Hjortsvang isAdvanced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Hjortsvang isAdvanced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Antiphospholipid SyndromeDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Antiphospholipid Syndrome.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML).
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- LeukocytosisDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Leukocytosis.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia.
- Polycythemia VeraDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Polycythemia Vera.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- ReticuloendotheliosisDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Reticuloendotheliosis.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)Dr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC).
- Waldenstrom MacroglobulinemiaDr. Hjortsvang isExperienced. Learn about Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.
