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    MediFind found 131 specialists near Olney, MD

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      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      18111 Prince Philip Dr, #327, 
      Olney, MD 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Kreitman is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Kreitman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Leukemia, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Reticuloendotheliosis.

      Mohit Narang
      Expertise in
      43
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      43
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology

      10710 Charter Drive, Suite G020, Suite G020, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi, Urdu
      Offers Telehealth

      As an active participant in the medical community, Mohit Narang, M.D. has served as a primary investigator and research assistant on many trials. During Dr. Narang’s fellowship, he was honored with the invitation to attend the Masterclass in Clinical Oncology at Montecatini, Italy by the European School of Oncology. He holds professional memberships with the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, as well as the European Society of Medical Oncology. Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Narang is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Agranulocytosis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

      Expertise in
      47
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      47
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      Rockville, MD 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Wallmark is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Wallmark is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Multiple Myeloma, and Colorectal Cancer.

      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
      Washington, DC 
       (15.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Mark Markowski is a medical oncologist at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an Associate Professor in the Department of Oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Markowski participates in multidisciplinary clinics at Sibley and The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and sees patients in the genitourinary clinics of both hospitals. Dr. Markowski treats numerous types of cancers, with a specialty in prostate and kidney cancers. Dr. Markowski earned his medical degree and Ph.D. in tumor biology at Georgetown University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Columbia University, followed by a medical oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Markowski previously served as a research associate at the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Georgetown University. His research interests focus on early phase drug development for prostate cancer, as well a non-castrating therapies for patients with metastatic disease. Dr. Markowski is currently conducting research with funding from a Department of Defense Prostate Cancer Research Program Award and a Challenge Award from the Prostate Cancer Foundation, which focuses on new treatment strategies for prostate cancer patients. Dr. Markowski is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Familial Wilms Tumor 2, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Prostatectomy.

      Bruce R. Kressel
      Expertise in
      62
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      62
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
      Washington, DC 
       (15.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Bruce R. Kressel, M.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. In addition to an expertise in breast and lung cancer, Dr. Kressel has an expertise in gynecologic oncology and general medical oncology, with specific focuses on hematologic malignancies including lymphoma, leukemia and myeloma. Dr. Kressel earned his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology, also at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kressel completed a fellowship in oncology at the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center as well. Dr. Kressel has been regularly named one of America’s Top Doctors and one of America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine. Dr. Kressel is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Kressel has contributed to numerous publications, presentations and clinical trials. Dr. Kressel is highly rated in 62 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Essential Thrombocythemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Splenectomy.

      Tejaswi R. Sastry
      Expertise in
      52
      conditions
      Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      52
      conditions
      Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology

      Columbia, MD 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Kannada
      Offers Telehealth

      Learn more at marylandoncology.com. Dr. Sastry is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Shannon C. O'connor
      Expertise in
      46
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      46
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      9905 Medical Center Drive, Shady Grove Medical Building Suite200, Suite 200, Shady Grove Medical Building Suite200, Suite 200, 
      Rockville, MD 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      "Shannon C. O'Connor, M.D., is a medical oncologist with Suburban Hospital. She practices out of Maryland Oncology Hematology. Dr. O'Connor has expertise in hematology and medical oncology with a special focus in women's health, including breast cancer and gynecologic cancers. Dr. O'Connor earned her Master's Degree in Physiology at Georgetown University, followed by her medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. She completed a residency at Washington Hospital Center, as well as a fellowship in hematology and oncology. Dr. O'Connor is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, the Montgomery County Medical Society and the American Medical Association. Selected Publications Catlett JP1, Williams SA, O'Connor SC, Krishnan J, Malkovska V. ""Primary lymphoma of bone: an institutional experience."" Leuk Lymphoma. 2008 Nov;49(11):2125-32. doi: 10.1080/10428190802404030.". Dr. O'connor is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, and Breast Cancer.

      Expertise in
      82
      conditions
      Expertise in
      82
      conditions

      Mid-Atlantic Oncology Hematology LLC

      12210 Plum Orchard Dr Ste 211, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kashif Ali is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ali is highly rated in 82 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Mark G. Goldstein
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      30
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology

      Center For Cancer & Blood Disorders

      6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 660, Suite 660, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Goldstein is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anal Cancer, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

      Khaled M. El
      Expertise in
      26
      conditions
      Oncology | Hematology
      Expertise in
      26
      conditions
      Oncology | Hematology

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
      Washington, DC 
       (15.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic

      Khaled M. El-Shami, M.B.Ch.B., Ph.D., is a medical oncologist at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an assistant professor of oncology in the Division of Hematologic Malignancies at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Listen to Dr. El-Shami's Cancer Matters podcast episode to learn more about his work. Dr. El-Shami's clinical interests are in hematologic malignancies, including leukemias, lymphomas and myelomas.. Dr. El-Shami graduated from Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine in Alexandria, Egypt, where he did a residency in the Department of Neurosurgery. He was a Chevening Scholar as a M.S. student in molecular genetics at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom, as well as a Sam Cohen Windhoek Scholar as a Ph.D. student in cancer immunology at the Weizmann Institute in Israel. Dr. El-Shami also completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine, a fellowship in tumor immunology and biology at the National Cancer Institute, and a fellowship in medical oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. El-Shami previously served as faculty at Georgetown University and George Washington University. Dr. El-Shami has been named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine for several years. Dr. El-Shami is a member of the American Association for Advancement of Science, the American Association of Cancer Research, the American Association of Immunologists, the American Society for Gene Therapy and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. El-Shami's research focus is on hematologic malignancies, including acute and chronic leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloprolifetive neplasms and lymphomas. He has received the National Institutes of Health Clinical Research Scholars Award, an American Medical Association Seed Grant and an American Society of Clinical Oncology Merit Award. Dr. El is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Expertise in
      73
      conditions
      Expertise in
      73
      conditions

      Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

      11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frederick Min is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Min is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis.

      Gayatri D. Nimmagadda
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Hematology | Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Chesapeake Oncology Hematology Assoc

      5450 Knoll North Drive, Suite 140, Suite 140, 
      Columbia, MD 
       (13.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Telugu
      Offers Telehealth

      Gayatri Nimmagadda is a Hematologist and a Hematologist Oncology provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Nimmagadda is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      Rockville, MD 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      "George A. Sotos, M.D., is the chief of hematology and oncology at Suburban Hospital, as well as a member of Suburban's Cancer Committee and the coordinator of Multidisciplinary Cancer Conferences. Dr. Sotos is a partner of Maryland Oncology & Hematology in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Sotos has expertise in medical oncology and hematology, as well as chemotherapy. Dr. Sotos earned his Master of Science in Physiology from Georgetown University, followed by his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He completed a residency in internal medicine with University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in medical oncology with the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Sotos is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, as well as a member of the Montgomery County Medical Society, the Medical and Chirurgical Faculty of the State of Maryland, and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is also a member of the oncology specialty panel for Johns Hopkins Medicine's Formulary Management Committee and previously served as a member of Suburban Hospital's Medical Staff Executive Committee, Provider Quality Committee and Physician Advisory Board. Dr. Sotos has been named a Top Doctor by Washington Consumers' Checkbook and a Super Doctor by the Washington Post magazine. Castle Connolly has also named him a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas. Dr. Sotos has contributed to numerous publications on medical oncology and hematology topics. Selected Publications Rotello, L, Albrant, D, Nossuli, K, Sotos, G, Samet, C, Rainey, T. ""Impact of a Hospital-Wide Pharmacy Implemented Weight-Based Dosing Protocol for Erythropoietin."" Chest, 124:4 (Suppl):182S (Abstract), 2003. Sotos, George A. ""Ars Brevis."" Journal of Clinical Oncology, 2013; 31:14; 1792-1794; http://jco.ascopubs.org/content/31/14/1792.full.pdf+html". Dr. Sotos is highly rated in 64 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Multiple Myeloma, and Endometrial Cancer.

      Expertise in
      56
      conditions
      Expertise in
      56
      conditions

      Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

      11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vinni Juneja is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Juneja is highly rated in 56 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

      Sandra M. Swain
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      8901 Wisconsin Ave Bldg 8 Room 5101, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sandra Swain is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Swain is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Febrile Neutropenia.

      Expertise in
      55
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      55
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      "Dr. Ari D. Fishman is a hematologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and George Washington University Hospital, where he serves as an assistant professor of medicine for the School of Medicine. He practices out of Maryland Oncology and Hematology, located in Wheaton, Maryland and Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Fishman earned his medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Beth Israel Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Fishman previously worked at Washington Oncology Hematology Center, located in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Fishman has been named a Top Doctor in Hematology and Oncology by Washingtonian Magazine and a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook magazine. Dr. Fishman is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Fishman has contributed to numerous publications. Selected Publications Fishman AD, Hoffman A, Volterra F, Frymus M, Gentilluci M. ""Intracaval and intracardiac metastatic nonseminomatous germ cell tumor: a rare cause of hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia."" Cancer Invest. 2002;20(7-8):996-1001.". Dr. Fishman is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Schnitzler Syndrome, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Steven Pavletic
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Hematology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Hematology | Oncology

      Dept Of Transfusion Medicine/Nih Clinical Center

      10 Center Dr, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Pavletic is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Pavletic is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft.

      Larissa A. Korde
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Building B, 
      Washington, DC 
       (15.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Larissa Korde is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Korde is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer in Men, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Menopause.

      Expertise in
      50
      conditions
      Expertise in
      50
      conditions

      Mid-Atlantic Oncology Hematology LLC

      12210 Plum Orchard Dr Ste 211, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Courtney Ackerman is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Ackerman is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

      Expertise in
      47
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      47
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology

      Maryland Oncology Hematology PA

      6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4200, Suite 4200, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicholas Farrell is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Farrell is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Expertise in
      46
      conditions
      Expertise in
      46
      conditions

      Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

      11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kashif Firozvi is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Firozvi is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

      Expertise in
      36
      conditions
      Expertise in
      36
      conditions

      Maryland Oncology Hematology P.A.

      11886 Healing Way Ste 701, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alida Espinoza is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Espinoza is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Iron Deficiency Anemia.

      Expertise in
      29
      conditions
      Expertise in
      29
      conditions

      Greater Washington Oncology Associates

      10750 Columbia Pike Ste 501, 
      Silver Spring, MD 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daya Sharma is an Oncologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Gliosarcoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Neuroepithelioma.

      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      The Center For Cancer & Blood Disorders

      6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 660, Suite 660, 
      Bethesda, MD 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Ralph V. Boccia is a hematologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Suburban Hospital, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, where he is a clinical associate professor of medicine for the University, as well as the medical director of the International Oncology Network (ION) Clinical Research Program and the chairman of ION’s Medical Advisory Panel. He practices out of the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, of which he is the founder and medical director, located in Bethesda, Maryland and Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Boccia earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Kern Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in hematology, oncology and bone marrow transplant at the combined UCLA-Veterans Administration Program and The National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Boccia is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and the American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation. Dr. Boccia has been listed as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine and Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine since 1992. He has also been recognized as a Super Doctor by The Washington Post Magazine and a Regional Top Doctor for Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore by Castle Connolly. Dr. Boccia has contributed to various articles with his research, published in journals such as Annals of Internal Medicine, Journal of Clinical Oncology and The Lancet. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Bladder cancer trends in Montgomery and Prince George's counties: Welcome news - and 3 facts you need to know. NJ.com (08/16/2016) RCCA Expands to Maryland to Become One of the Nation's First Multi-State Oncology/Hematology Physician-Owned and -Operated Networks. OncLive (10/06/2015). Dr. Boccia is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Multiple Myeloma, Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Splenectomy.

      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      25
      conditions
      Hematology Oncology | Oncology

      Frederick P Smith MD A Division Of RCCA

      Chevy Chase, MD 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Burmese, French

      Dr. Frederick P. Smith is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Sibley Memorial Hospital and an instructor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Georgetown University School of Medicine. He has a private practice in Washington, D.C. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital. Dr. Smith earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Georgetown University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in oncology. Dr. Smith was named a 2012 Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly, as well as a Top MD by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Smith was the director of extramural oncology research at Georgetown University. In this position, he contributed over 50 articles to peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Smith is an integral advocate in the community for promoting access to clinical research. He has also contributed to clinical trials. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, and Ovarian Carcinosarcoma.

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      What is a hematologist oncologist?           

      A hematologist oncologist is a board-certified physician who can diagnose and manage cancers that affect blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system. An “oncologist” is a doctor that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. A “hematologist” treats issues related to blood, bone marrow, or the lymphatic system.   

      Why am I being referred to a hematologist oncologist?     

      Patients are usually referred to a hematologist oncologist when their primary care physician (PCP) suspects they may have cancer. However, going to a hematology oncology appointment does not automatically mean a person has cancer. In some cases, PCPs make these referrals to rule out cancer.  

      How many kinds of blood cancers exist? 

      There are three main types of blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Leukemia affects blood and bone marrow, causing abnormal white blood cells. Lymphoma targets the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Myeloma – also called multiple myeloma – affects plasma cells in bone marrow. Every type of blood cancer comes in many different variations, each with its own symptoms and treatment needs.

      How is blood cancer diagnosed?   

      According to Yale Medicine, doctors usually start with blood tests to check for unusual cells or changes in blood counts. If something seems wrong, they might do a bone marrow biopsy, where they take a small sample of bone marrow to look for cancer cells. They might also use imaging tests like computed tomography (CT) scans or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to see if the cancer has spread. These tests help doctors figure out the type and stage of cancer, which is important for deciding the best treatment plan. 

      What are the symptoms of blood cancer? 

      Symptoms of blood cancer may vary from person to person. They also happen at different levels of intensity. Common symptoms include: 

      • Fatigue 
      • Unexplained weight loss 
      • Frequent infections 
      • Easy bruising or bleeding (e.g., nosebleeds or bleeding gums) 
      • Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, or groin 
      • Bone pain, especially in the back or ribs 
      • Night sweats 

      When should I see a Hematologist Oncologist near Olney, MD?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Hematologist Oncologist near Olney, MD?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Hematologist Oncologists near Olney, MD?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Hematologist Oncologists near Olney, MD?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Hematologist Oncologist in Olney?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hematologist Oncologist?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hematologist Oncologist near Olney, MD?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Hematologist Oncologist?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hematologist Oncologist may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Hematologist Oncologists near Olney, MD?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Hematologist Oncologist that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hematologist Oncologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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