25 of the Best Hematologist Oncologists Near Me in houston, TX

Looking for the best hematologist oncologist near houston, TX? Find a top hematologist oncologist near you in houston, TX who is an expert in your specific condition. A hematologist oncologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats blood cancers.

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    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    8
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    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
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    Baylor College Of Medicine

    1502 Taub Loop, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Julie Nangia is a medical oncologist who specializes in the care of patients with breast cancer. Dr. Nangia is Medical Director of Breast Oncology at the Breast Care Center at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center and an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center at Baylor College of Medicine. She is also the Director of the Breast Cancer Prevention and High Risk Clinic at BCM, where she is a Faculty Senator.Dr. Nangia’s clinical interests include: hereditary breast cancer, breast cancer prevention, and metastatic triple negative breast cancer.Dr. Nangia received her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She completed her residency in internal medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston and a hematology-oncology fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.Dr. Nangia is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. Dr. Nangia is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. Dr. Nangia is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mothaffar F. Rimawi is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer care and research. He is Professor at the Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology and Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Rimawi is also Executive Medical Director & Associate Director of Clinical Affairs and Co-Leader of the Breast Cancer Program at BCM’s Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. Additionally, he serves as Chief of the Oncology Service Line at St Luke's Health in Houston.Dr. Rimawi’s professional interests include: the diagnosis, treatment and management of breast cancer; clinical trials in breast cancer; neoadjuvant therapy; targeted therapy and biomarkers in breast cancer; treatment resistance to ER and HER2-targeted therapies in breast cancer; locally advanced breast cancer; and breast disease and cancer.Dr. Rimawi received his medical degree from the University of Jordan in Amman, Jordan. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowships in Medical Oncology and Hematology and Breast Cancer at BCM. Dr. Rimawi holds certifications in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Medical Association.In addition to English, Dr. Rimawi speaks Arabic. Dr. Rimawi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Rimawi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phat Le is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Le is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, and Ampullary Cancer.

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Hem/Onc

    One Baylor Plaza, Ms Bcm 187, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Martha Mims, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Martha Mims specializes in Medical Oncology and works at BCM Medicine - Hem/Onc. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-3750. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Mims is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Hypereosinophilic Syndrome. Dr. Mims is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 428, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Wierda is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Wierda is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Leukemia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Center For Cell And Gene Therapy

    6565 Fannin St, Ste A6-080, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Kamble is Professor of Medicine in Hematology-Oncology, Cell and Gene Therapy, Baylor College of Medicine and Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX. He graduated from Ravi Shankar University, India in 1986 with a gold medal. He obtained postgraduate residency training from prestigious Postgraduate Institute of Medical Science and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh, India and his fellowship training in Hematology-Oncology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He was junior faculty in the AIIMS before joining MAMC, New Delhi University as Assistant Professor of Medicine. Between 1997 and 2001, he completed his residency and fellowship training in Internal Medicine and Hematology-Oncology from University of Tennessee and University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences respectively. He has served as Assistant Professor of Medicine and Associate director of Hematology-Oncology fellowship program at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center (OUHSC). Dr. Kamble is primarily interested in hematologic malignancies including multiple myeloma and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. He was conferred Union against cancer (ICRETT, Geneva) award in 1994 to study molecular aspect of chronic myelogenous leukemia and bone marrow transplant in Hammersmith hospital, London and Central Science and Industrial Research (CSIR) award in 1995 to study stem cell transplantation in Cornell University, New York. Dr. Kamble is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. He has published extensively in prestigious journals including, Blood, Biology of Bone marrow transplantation and Journal of Clinical Oncology and regularly reviews manuscripts for Blood, Biology of bone marrow transplantation and Bone marrow transplant. Dr. Kamble's clinical interests are in innovative reduced conditioning protocols, in vivo T-cell depletion and novel approaches to reduce and treat graft-versus-host disease. Dr. Kamble is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Kamble is board certified in American Board Of Internal MedicineAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology. Dr. Kamble is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Medical Genetics
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology Oncology | Oncology | Medical Genetics
    Referral required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ahmed Elkhanany specializes in the care of patients with breast cancer. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center at Baylor College of Medicine, where he is also a member of the Breast Cancer Prevention and High-Risk Clinic.Dr. Elkhanany’s clinical interests include breast cancer prevention and metastatic breast cancer. His research interests include: translational breast cancer genomics and impact of race and ethnicity on gene drivers of breast cancer. He is also involved with projects that translate lab-based findings to bedside novel treatment combinations in the hope of improving patient lives and finding novel, less toxic cures.Dr. Elkhanany received his medical degree from the Alexandria University School of Medicine in Egypt. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, New York. He also completed a post-doctoral felllowship in Triple Negative Breast Cancer at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.A member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology Dr. Elkhanany is board certified in internal medicine, hematology, and oncology. He is also the recipient of several teaching awards at the University of Alabama (UAB) at Birmingham, where he was previously Assistant Professor in the Department of Breast Oncology at UAB Medicine.In addition to English, Dr. Elkhanany speaks Arabic. Dr. Elkhanany is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Elkhanany is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Murali Chintagumpala is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chintagumpala is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Medulloblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Chintagumpala is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1102 Bates Ave Ste 750, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carl Allen is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Allen is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Reticulohistiocytoma, Histiocytosis, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Hammond is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hammond is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajkumar Venkatramani is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Venkatramani is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhabdomyosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Hepatoblastoma, Thyroidectomy, and Orchiectomy.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Soumen Khatua is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Khatua is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Medulloblastoma, Brain Tumor, and Glioma.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    6701 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Olive Eckstein is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Eckstein is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, Reticulohistiocytoma, Histiocytosis, and Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Dr. Eckstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1510, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jenny Despotovic is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Despotovic is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Thrombocytopenia, Blood Clots, Evans Syndrome, and Splenectomy. Dr. Despotovic is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Texas Childrens Hospital

    6621 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andras Heczey is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Heczey is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Hepatoblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Heczey is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Surgical Oncology
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baylor St Lukes Medical Center

    1919 Old Spanish Trail, O’Quinn Medical Tower at McNair, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Omar Barakat is a general surgeon specializing in benign and malignant diseases of the liver, bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreas. He is an Associate Professor of Surgery - Division of Surgical Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine and Medical Director of the Neuroendocrine Tumor Program at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center.Dr. Barakat’s clinical interests include: malignant hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases, liver and pancreas surgery; upper gastrointestinal surgery; neuroendocrine tumors; gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST); and minimally invasive surgery.Dr. Barakat has developed new surgical techniques to minimize the complication rate and blood loss following pancreatic and liver surgeries. He utilizes image-guided therapies, such as radiofrequency ablation, microwave ablation, irreversible electroporation (NanoKnife system), trans-arterial chemotherapy, and selective internal radiotherapy (SIRT) with Yttrium-90 microspheres, to treat liver tumors while minimizing trauma to the patients. Dr. Barakat's clinical and research interests also include the study of neuroendocrine tumors; and the development of off-the-shelf bio-artificial liver organs that can be suitable for liver transplantation in patients with end-stage liver disease.Dr. Barakat received his medical degree from Aleppo University Medical School in Aleppo, Syria. He completed a residency in general surgery at the Medical College of Pennsylvania, Episcopal Hospital in Philadelphia and a Fellowship in cardiovascular surgery research at State University of New York - Buffalo. He also completed clinical fellowships in liver transplantation at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston; and in heart transplantation and mechanical assist devices aat the Texas Heart Institute. He continued his practice in liver and pancreatic surgery at Freeman Hospital in Newcastle Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom, where he treated complex and rare tumors of the liver, bile duct, and pancreas. Dr. Barakat is board-certified by the Royal College of Surgeons (Ed), United Kingdom, where he is also a Fellow. Dr. Barakat is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Chronic Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Barakat is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6551 Bertner Ave, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Helen Heslop is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Heslop is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Multiple Myeloma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Heslop is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6565 Fannin St Ste 800, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Malcolm Brenner is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Brenner is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Neuroblastoma, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Brenner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hepatology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Hepatology
    Referral may be required
    1919 Old Spanish Trail, 6th Floor, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tannaz Armaghany is Assistant Professor of Medicine-Hematology and Oncology at the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Armaghany’s professional interests include: gastrointestinal medical oncology, neuroendocrine tumors, hepatocellular carcinoma, and hepatobiliary cancers.Dr. Armaghany received her medical degree from Tabriz University in Tabriz, Iran and completed her residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Ill. She also completed fellowships in hematology and medical oncology at Louisiana State University Health in Shreveport, La. and integrative medicine at Arizona State University in Tucson, Ariz.Dr. Armaghany is board-certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Armaghany serves as President of the Texas branch of the Iranian American Medical Association. She is also a member of American College of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society, SWOG Cancer Research Network, Harris County Medical Society, International Society of Liver Cancer, and the Texas Medical Association. Dr. Armaghany is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, and Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Armaghany is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 2900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjay Awasthi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Awasthi is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Melanoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Awasthi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6621 Fannin St Fl 8, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Krance is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Krance is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Thrombocytopenia, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Hermann Cancer Center - Texas Medical Center

    6400 Fannin St, Suite 2900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Modupe Idowu earned her medical degree and completed a residency at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Medical School in Lubbock. Her fellowship training was at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville. Board certified in internal medicine and hematology, Dr. Idowu’s clinical interests include anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, sickle cell anemia, coagulopathy myelodysplastic syndrome, myeloproliferative neoplasms including polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia and myelofibrosis, multiple myeloma, bone marrow disorders and leukemias including chronic myelogenous leukemia. An assistant professor of hematology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School, Dr. Idowu has repeatedly earned the Dean’s Teaching Excellence Award. She also won the 2007 Henry Christian Award from the American Federation for Medical Research. In practice since 2005, Dr. Idowu treats adult patients (18 and older). Her practice philosophy centers on treating each patient with respect and care at all times. Patients appreciate the dedicated, personalized and evidence-based care they receive, as well as the fact that they feel welcomed and respected. A resident of Pearland, Dr. Idowu is married and the mother of three children. Her favorite leisure activity is spending time with her family. Dr. Idowu is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, Thrombocytopenia, and Multiple Myeloma. Dr. Idowu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    40
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    40
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 455, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Apostolia Tsimberidou is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tsimberidou is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Colorectal Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, and Splenectomy.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Butler is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Butler is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Lung Cancer, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy. Dr. Butler is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 2900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    56+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adan Rios is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 56 years. Dr. Rios is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL), Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Rios is currently accepting new patients.

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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 houston, TX?

    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 houston, TX?

    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 houston, TX?

    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 houston, TX?

    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 houston?

    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 houston, TX?

    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 houston, TX?

    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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