Overview
Dr. Michelle Amit is a board-certified pediatrician and fellowship-trained pediatric hematology and oncology specialist with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. She specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology with expertise in: Solid tumors Renal tumors Bone tumors Rhabdomyosarcoma Dr. Amit has a special interest in clinical medical ethics, specifically the allocation of scarce resources and how that applies to pediatric oncology. She believes that even in the face of life-threatening illness, patients and their families deserve to be empowered partners in their care. Dr. Amit is committed to addressing physical symptoms while also supporting emotional, psychosocial and spiritual well-being. Dr. Amit’s Training Dr. Amit graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in microbiology and cell science from the University of Florida in Gainesville. She received her master’s degree in bioethics and her osteopathic medicine degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Bioscience in Missouri. Dr. Amit completed a pediatric residency at the University of Florida in Pensacola and fellowships in pediatric hematology/oncology and clinical medical ethics at the University of Chicago. About Dr. Amit Dr. Amit is board-certified in general pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. Her professional memberships include the American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Children's Oncology Group. Her research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. Outside of work, Dr. Amit enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, exploring new places and attending sporting events.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).
Dr. Amit is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - General Pediatrics. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
92 W. Miller St., 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
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Clinical Research
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Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
Jennifer Tseng, MD, hematologist/medical oncologist, is the Thoracic/Head and Neck Specialty Section leader for Medical Oncology and the associate director of Clinical Research for Medical Oncology at Orlando Health Cancer Institute.Dr. Tseng received her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine. She completed her residency and served as assistant chief resident in internal medicine at Duke University Medical Center. She completed a fellowship in medical oncology and hematology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. She is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology and board-eligible in hematology. Dr. Tseng has received several honors and awards, including the C.D. Howe Award for clinical excellence in medical oncology and a Clinical Research Award from MD Anderson, the American Medical Women's Award, Hewlett Packard Award, the Alpha Omega Alpha Research Symposium Award from Duke University and a Beneficial-Hodgson scholarship from The Johns Hopkins University. She was also awarded Attending of the Year from the Internal Medicine Residency Program from Orlando Regional Medical Center and received the Exemplary Physician Colleague Award from Orlando Health in 2009.In addition to her clinical studies, Dr. Tseng has published research on various topics including molecular alterations in lung cancer and novel agents in the treatment of head and neck cancer. She has recently presented at the Annual Thoracic Oncology Symposium of the Puerto Rican Society of Hematology Oncology and spoke on neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatment strategies in lung cancer. Dr. Tseng is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Tseng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Downtown Orlando
Dr. Tirrell Johnson is a board-certified medical oncologist at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. His specialties include: Head and neck cancers Thoracic cancers Melanoma Sarcoma He is a member of the team pioneering a breakthrough protocol using tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes to address aggressive, late-stage melanoma. Dr. Johnson's Training Dr. Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, graduating magna cum laude, and received his medical degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville. He completed an internal medicine residency at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Brown University Medical School's teaching hospitals in Providence, Rhode Island. About Dr. Johnson Dr. Johnson is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His professional memberships include the American College of Physicians, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Johnson received an Orlando Health award for outstanding multidisciplinary involvement with staff. He has served as the primary investigator for clinical trials studying several forms of chemotherapy for advanced head and neck cancers and thoracic malignancies. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Johnson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC
Sonalee Shroff is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Shroff is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Shroff is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michelle Amit
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Amit?
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Is Dr. Michelle Amit a top-rated expert for Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michelle Amit is classified as an Experienced expert for Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, 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. Michelle Amit specialize in?
While Dr. Michelle Amit is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Michelle Amit participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michelle Amit has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction. You can view a list of Dr. Michelle Amit's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michelle Amit accept my insurance?
Dr. Michelle Amit accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-8588 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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