Overview
Dr. Shermini Saini specializes in pediatric cancer care. Her areas of expertise include cancer pain management, childhood leukemia, and stem cell transplantation. In her practice, she provides services for a range of conditions that include: cancerous and non-cancerous blood disorders; lymphoma; ovarian tumors; adrenal gland, liver and lung cancers; soft tissue sarcomas; and spinal cord tumors. Dr. Saini also provides bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, cancer risk assessment and counseling, and palliative care services. She is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology and Oncology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Saini is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Society of Pediatric Hematology, and the Children's Oncology Group.
Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Hepatoblastoma, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, and Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Saini 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.
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. Shermini Saini
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shermini Saini?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shermini Saini by calling their office at 314-268-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shermini Saini a top-rated expert for Jaundice?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shermini Saini is classified as an Experienced expert for Jaundice, 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. Shermini Saini specialize in?
While Dr. Shermini Saini is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Jaundice, Hepatoblastoma, and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Shermini Saini participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shermini Saini has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Jaundice. You can view a list of Dr. Shermini Saini's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shermini Saini accept my insurance?
Dr. Shermini Saini accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-268-4000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Ataxia-Pancytopenia SyndromeDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Ataxia-Pancytopenia Syndrome.
- Autoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.
- HepatoblastomaDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Hepatoblastoma.
- JaundiceDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Shwachman-Diamond SyndromeDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome.
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Saini isExperienced. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.