25 of the Best Hematologists Near Me in California, US

Looking for the best hematologist in California, US? Find a top hematologist near you in California, US who is an expert in your specific condition. A hematologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating blood disorders.

25 of the Best Hematologists Near Me in California, US

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MediFind found 2321 specialists in California, US

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    David L. Campbell
    Expertise in
    90
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    90
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Hematology | Oncology

    Cancer Clinic - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

    155 Glasson Way, Suite L10, 
    Grass Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My patients are my customers and the customer is always right . I strive to provide my patients with the best cancer care possible. Patients with cancer can be confused and frustrated with the many different treatment options and I do my best to empower my patients with the knowledge that allows them to make the best choices for them. Dr. Campbell is highly rated in 90 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Yousef Khelfa
    Expertise in
    80
    conditions
    Expertise in
    80
    conditions

    Stockton Medical Plaza II

    2545 West Hammer Lane, 
    Stockton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yousef Khelfa is an Oncologist in Stockton, California. Dr. Khelfa is highly rated in 80 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Thrombocytopenia. Dr. Khelfa is currently accepting new patients.

    Elias N. Kiwan
    Expertise in
    77
    conditions
    Expertise in
    77
    conditions

    Buhler Specialty Pavilion

    2800 L Street, Suite 260, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elias Kiwan is an Oncologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Kiwan is highly rated in 77 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Kiwan is currently accepting new patients.

    Alireza Abdolmohammadi
    Expertise in
    76
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    76
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Genesiscare

    310 Hartnell Ave, 
    Redding, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ali, as he is known to patients, is Board Certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine and is fellowship-trained in Hematology and Oncology at the University of Louisville. He has published articles about genetic mutations and has presented his findings to physicians across the country. He is a respected member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and the American College of Physicians. Named “Best Resident Teacher”at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, he continues to use those skills to educate his patients about their disease with empathy and compassion. Dr. Abdolmohammadi is highly rated in 76 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).

    Sivakumar Reddy
    Expertise in
    75
    conditions
    Expertise in
    75
    conditions

    8 Medical Plaza Care Center

    8 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 300, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sivakumar Reddy is a Hematologist in Roseville, California. Dr. Reddy is highly rated in 75 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Gary Schiller
    Expertise in
    65
    conditions
    Expertise in
    65
    conditions

    UCLA Health Bowyer Oncology Center

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 120, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Schiller is an Oncologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Schiller is highly rated in 65 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Kanwaldeep K. Rasila
    Expertise in
    55
    conditions
    Expertise in
    55
    conditions
    2702 Low Court, 
    Fairfield, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kanwaldeep Rasila is an Oncologist in Fairfield, California. Dr. Rasila is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Rasila is currently accepting new patients.

    Gorgun Akpek
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gorgun Akpek (Dr. G) is a board certified hematologist and medical oncologist who treats his patients with all types of cancer and blood related.Dr. Akpek received his MD degree from Hacettepe University, the top medical school in Turkey and did his internal medicine residency and hematology & medical oncology clinical fellowship trainings at Hacettepe University and Boston University Medical Centers. He became further specialized in Leukemia and Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Johns Hopkins University Department of Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland.He joined the faculty first at Johns Hopkins University and then University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center as a clinical investigator and attending physician.He continued his career as a founding Director of Leukemia and Stem Cell Transplantation/Cell Therapy programs at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona and more recently he served as the Section Chief of Blood and Marrow Transplant Program (BMT) at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.Dr. Akpek is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT). He is nationally recognized for his research by more than 100 publications and clinical work in leukemia, lymphoma, MDS, multiple myeloma and stem cell transplantation.Board Certification:Oncology, Hematology, Internal MedicineMedical School:Hacettepe University School of MedicineInternal Medicine Residency:Hacettepe University School of MedicineFellowship Training:Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center and Johns Hopkins UniversityAreas of Interest:All Cancers including: Autoimmune Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer,  Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, MelanomaAdditional Education: Master of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 2005. Awards and Recognition: Chief's Hematology and Oncology Scholar Award, Boston University 1995-1997 Jo-Ann McCaleb Amyloid Research Award 1997 Henry Christian Award, American Federation of Medical Research 2002. Dr. Akpek is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy.

    Dron Gauchan
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions
    Expertise in
    53
    conditions

    8 Medical Plaza Care Center

    8 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 300, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dron Gauchan is an Oncologist in Roseville, California. Dr. Gauchan is highly rated in 53 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), and Neuroendocrine Tumor. Dr. Gauchan is currently accepting new patients.

    Lin Soe
    Expertise in
    52
    conditions
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    52
    conditions
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    715 Tank Farm Rd, Suite C, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Board Certification:Oncology & HematologyFellowship Training:Oncology & Hematology from University California DavisInternal Medicine Residency:Cornell UniversityMedical School:Institute of Medicine I, Ragoon, BurmaEducation:Masters of Public Health and Tropical Medicine Tulane UniversityAreas of Interest: Benign Hematology, Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Malignancies, Lung Cancer, Solid Tumors. Dr. Soe is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Oleg I. Krijanovski
    Expertise in
    52
    conditions
    Expertise in
    52
    conditions

    ABSMC Comprehensive Cancer Center

    2001 Dwight Way, 
    Berkeley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Oleg Krijanovski is a Hematologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Krijanovski is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Krijanovski is currently accepting new patients.

    Prathima Prodduturi
    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    11720 Education St., Suite 1, 
    Auburn, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Prathima Prodduturi is a Hematologist in Auburn, California. Dr. Prodduturi is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Reticuloendotheliosis, Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), and Anal Cancer. Dr. Prodduturi is currently accepting new patients.

    Stephen Forman
    Expertise in
    44
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    44
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Stephen J. Forman, M.D.

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Forman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Forman is highly rated in 44 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Ghassan M. Al
    Expertise in
    43
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    43
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Complete Care Community Health Center

    Los Angeles, CA 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ghassan Al-Jazayrly, MD, is board certified in internal medicine and medical ongology. He currently serves as chairman and director of cancer services at Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center and director of the research center at Glendale Memorial Hospital. As a member of several hospital committees, Dr. Al-Jazayrly stays up-to-date with the latest cancer and blood disorder advancements. Dr. Al is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Lung Cancer.

    Yelena L. Krijanovski
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    2702 Low Ct., 
    Fairfield, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yelena Krijanovski is an Oncologist in Fairfield, California. Dr. Krijanovski is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Robert W. Weber
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Robert W. Weber, MD Private Practice

    1800 Sullivan Ave, Ste 603, 
    Daly City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Weber is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Daly City, California. Dr. Weber is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Weber is currently accepting new patients.

    Jamie Y. Hung
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Cancer Clinic - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

    155 Glasson Way, Suite L10, 
    Grass Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in patient-center service and am dedicated to provide the most up-to-date, high quality of care to patients with cancer, their families and the community I serve. I uphold cancer patients should be empowered with adequate information and support in the decision-making process. Dr. Hung is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

    K A. Kennedy
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology

    Oncology & Hematology - Mission Hope - Santa Maria, CA

    1325 E Church St, Ste 301, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Board Certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine, Dr. Kennedy provides compassionate care for patients at Mission Hope Cancer Center, and works collaboratively with all departments to provide patients with all aspects of cancer care. Dr. Kennedy is able to offer patients the most advanced treatment with enrollment in cutting edge clinical research studies. She has years of experience in the treatment and diagnosis of all cancers and provides her patients with individualized care for the best possible outcomes.An educator at heart, Dr. Kennedy has a passion for teaching her patients about their disease and how their treatments work. Understanding a disease is empowering for the patient and can remove some of the fear associated with a cancer diagnosis.Dr. Kennedy received her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of California Davis, and Hematology-Oncology fellowship program at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center-Stephenson Cancer Center.As an experienced principal investigator on numerous clinical trials for cancer therapies, Dr. Kennedy has published her findings in national medical journals, and puts her research knowledge into practice when treating patients. Dr. Kennedy is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, Anal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer.

    Uma Suryadevara
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions

    ABSMC Comprehensive Cancer Center

    2001 Dwight Way, 
    Berkeley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Uma Suryadevara is a Hematologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Suryadevara is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Suryadevara is currently accepting new patients.

    Uma H. Gowda
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions

    8 Medical Plaza Care Center

    8 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 300, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Uma Gowda is an Oncologist in Roseville, California. Dr. Gowda is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Gowda is currently accepting new patients.

    Hanhsing I. Wu
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions

    Mountain View Center

    Mountain View, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hanhsing Wu is an Oncologist in Mountain View, California. Dr. Wu is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

    Andrew Hendifar
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions

    Samuel Oschin Cancer Center

    127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Hendifar is a Hematologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hendifar is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Bartosz Chmielowski
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions

    Office

    100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 550, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bartosz Chmielowski is a Hematologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chmielowski is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Vulvectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    David L. Palchak
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions

    PCR Oncology

    Arroyo Grande, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Palchak has bachelor's and master's degrees in biology from UC Irvine. He received his doctorate in medicine from St. Louis University, did a residency in internal medicine at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, then medical oncology fellowship at UC San Diego. He established an independent medical oncology practice in Arroyo Grande in 1994 and has practiced continuously in the south county since that date. He established the region's first cancer research program, first tumor board, first nonprofit to expand services for cancer patients in our community among many other firsts.Respect the patient's wishes and treat others as we wish to be treated. Dr. Palchak is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Anal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Sven De Vos
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology

    Premiere Oncology A Medical Corporation

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 600, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sven De Vos is a Hematologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. De Vos is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Follicular Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    What is a hematologist? 

    A hematologist is a doctor who specializes in health problems relating to blood, including blood cells and vessels, lymph nodes, and bone marrow. Hematologists treat many different conditions, such as anemia, where the blood doesn’t have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen efficiently, and clotting disorders like hemophilia, where blood doesn’t clot properly. They are also trained to treat blood cancers, including leukemia and lymphoma, which start in the bone marrow where blood cells are made.  

    Why am I being referred to a hematologist?    

    A person might be referred to a hematologist if their primary care doctor notices something unusual about their blood. For example, they could have low or high numbers of certain blood cells in a blood test. Symptoms like feeling tired all the time, bruising easily, or having frequent nosebleeds might also be reasons to see a hematologist. Hematologists use specialized diagnostic tests to pinpoint the cause of these symptoms and identify any underlying conditions. Their expertise allows them to recommend targeted treatments and monitor blood health over time. 

    What is the difference between a hematologist and an oncologist? 

    A hematologist focuses on treating blood-related conditions, such as anemia, blood clotting disorders, and sickle cell disease. In contrast, an oncologist treats cancers that can occur in different parts of the body, such as the lungs, breast, or skin. Some doctors are trained in both fields and are known as hematologist-oncologists. They treat blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, as well as non-cancerous blood disorders. This dual training allows them to treat conditions that involve both blood disorders and cancer. 

    What are common blood disorders?    

    Blood disorders are health problems that affect the blood in different ways. Some common blood disorders include: 

    • Anemia: When there aren’t enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen, leading to symptoms like tiredness, dizziness, and pale skin. 
    • Hemophilia: A disorder where the blood doesn’t clot properly, causing people to bleed for a long time after a cut or injury. 
    • Sickle Cell Disease: This condition causes red blood cells to be shaped like a sickle (a curved tool) instead of round. These oddly shaped cells can block blood flow and cause pain. 

    Anemia is the most common blood disorder that hematologists diagnose. It can happen to people assigned female at birth during their periods or pregnancy. It can also develop if someone doesn’t get enough iron or certain vitamins. Sometimes, taking certain medicines can cause anemia. 

    What tests are performed by hematologists?    

    Hematologists perform different tests to check how blood is working. One common test is a complete blood count, which measures the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This test helps find problems like anemia or infections. Another test is a blood clotting test, which checks if blood clots too slowly or too quickly. For some conditions, a bone marrow biopsy might be needed, where a small sample of bone marrow is taken to look for diseases like leukemia. There are also special genetic tests to see if a blood disorder runs in families.  

    When should I see a Hematologist in California, US?

    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 in California, US?

    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 Hematologists in California, US?

    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 Hematologists in California, US?

    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 in California?

    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 search results page. 

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

    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 in California, US?

    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?

    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 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 Hematologists in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hematologist 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 that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hematologist 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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