Overview
Dr. Sarah Waheed is a fellowship-trained oncologist specializing in the treatment of complex blood cancers including multiple myeloma, smoldering myeloma, amyloidosis, light chain disposition disease, monoclonal gammopathy (MGUS), POEMS and Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia. Her research on blood cancer treatments, transplant techniques and innovations are frequently published in peer-reviewed journals. As a member of the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center’s blood cancers program at Sibley Memorial Hospital, Dr. Waheed is part of a team that is available 24/7 to evaluate, admit, diagnose and treat patients with same day appointments or through the emergency department. The Blood Cancer Program at Sibley is integrated with the Bone Marrow Transplant Program at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and can refer for stem cell transplant. Patients are able to receive care locally before and after the transplant.
Dr. Waheed is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and Bone Marrow Transplant.
Dr. Waheed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles.
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Building B, Washington, DC 20016
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sarah Waheed
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Waheed?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sarah Waheed by calling their office at 202-660-6500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sarah Waheed a top-rated expert for Multiple Myeloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sarah Waheed is classified as an Elite expert for Multiple Myeloma, 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. Sarah Waheed specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah Waheed is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Sarah Waheed participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sarah Waheed has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Myeloma. You can view a list of Dr. Sarah Waheed's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sarah Waheed accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah Waheed accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-660-6500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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.
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- Multiple MyelomaDr. Waheed isElite. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Advanced
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Waheed isAdvanced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Experienced
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Waheed isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- AnemiaDr. Waheed isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Bone Marrow TransplantDr. Waheed isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Transplant.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Waheed isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.