25 of the Best Hematologists Near Me in safety harbor, FL

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

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MediFind found 87 specialists near safety harbor, FL

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    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    18
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    Hematology | Oncology | Pediatrics
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    SJCH Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fl 1, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Don Eslin is board certified in general pediatrics and pediatric hematology-oncology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. Dr. Eslin continued his medical education by completing a pediatric residency at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women in Orlando, Florida. He followed that with a fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Eslin is a National Research Fellowship award winner from the prestigious Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. He has been awarded numerus grants for pediatric cancer research. Dr. Eslin has a background in medical academics, having served as a clinical associate professor of pediatrics at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida and an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida. He has published extensively in the area of pediatric oncology and has a special interest in new drug development. He is a member of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, American Academy of Pediatrics, the Children’s Oncology Group and Central Florida Pediatric Society. Dr. Eslin is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. Dr. Eslin is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Neuroblastoma, Medulloblastoma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Eslin is board certified in AB Pediatrics (Pediatric Hematology-Oncology) and AB Pediatrics - Pediatrics. Dr. Eslin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Florida Oncology & Hematology

    3220 N Mc Mullen Booth Rd, Ste C, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jose Alemar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Alemar is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Urothelial Cancer. Dr. Alemar is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Alemar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 200, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregoire Bergier is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Bergier is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Bergier is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bergier is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hematology, Oncology II

    1840 Mease Dr, Ste 409, 
    Safety Harbor, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Georgian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rusudan Hopman is board certified in internal medicine and serves the Safety Harbor, Florida area as part of BayCare Medical Group, where she sees patients age 18 and older. She received her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky, graduating with honors. Shen then completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky, followed by a hematology and oncology fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hopman is an accomplished author, having contributed to a number of professional journals and symptosiums on blood disorders. Her clinical interests include breast, gastrointestinal and thoracic malignancies. Dr. Hopman is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Hopman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Anemia. Dr. Hopman is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Hopman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 200, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Ball is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Ball is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Ball is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 200, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edgar Miranda is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Miranda is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML). Dr. Miranda is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Miranda is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    8787 Bryan Dairy Rd, Ste 210, 
    Largo, FL 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kerry Chamberlain is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Chamberlain is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Chamberlain is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Internal Medicine and American Osteopathic Board IM - Hematology. Dr. Chamberlain is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Hematology And Oncology Axelrod Pavilion

    400 Pinellas St, Ste 220, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Vijaya Gadiyaram is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology, with broad interests in blood disorders, cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. She received her Doctor of Medicine degree from NTR University of Health Sciences in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India. She then completed an internal medicine residency and internship at Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center in Dearborn, Michigan. Dr. Gadiyaram furthered her medical education by completing a medical oncology fellowship at West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia.', 'She has co-authored numerous presentations and publications. Dr. Gadiyaram is very active in clinical trials. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and National Comprehensive Cancer Network. Dr. Gadiyaram is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). Dr. Gadiyaram is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Gadiyaram is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute

    400 Pinellas St, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nuruddin Jooma is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Jooma is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Jooma is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Jooma is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    39
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hayder Saeed is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Saeed is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Saeed is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    32
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    8787 Bryan Dairy Rd, Ste 210, 
    Largo, FL 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Don Luong is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Largo, Florida. Dr. Luong is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Luong is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Luong is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    400 Pinellas St, Ste 300, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hitesh Patel is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Urothelial Cancer, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    400 Pinellas St Ste 300, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Idelfia Marte is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Marte is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Anemia. Dr. Marte is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Marte is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    87
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    87
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Cancer Center Of South Florida

    01 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Abraham Schwarzberg is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Schwarzberg is highly rated in 87 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Schwarzberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Damian Laber is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Laber is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome, and Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS). Dr. Laber is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    29
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Baycare Medical Group

    620 10th St N, Ste 2E, 
    St. Petersburg, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ahmad Shaker is board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. Dr. Shaker furthered his medical education by completing an internal medicine residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center in Stony Brook, New York. He then completed a hematology-oncology fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center’s Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, New York.', 'Dr. Shaker has an extensive background in cancer research and focuses his practice on hematological malignancies such as leukemia, lymphoma and myelodysplastic syndrome. He has a clinical interest in the treatment of breast cancer. Dr. Shaker is affiliated with St. Anthony’s Hospital. Dr. Shaker is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Shaker is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), AB Internal Medicine (Hematology), Hematology, and Medical Oncology. Dr. Shaker is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julia Cogburn is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Cogburn is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Cogburn is board certified in AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cogburn is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    1201 5th Ave N, Ste 505, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Mandarin, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vu Ho is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Ho is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Ho is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Hematology), Hematology, Internal Medicine, and Medical Oncology. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Moffitt Cancer Center At International Plaza

    4101 Jim Walter Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Jaglal is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Jaglal is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Sickle Cell Disease, Thrombocytopenia, Pulmonary Embolism, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Jaglal is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    3402 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hyon Kim is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobin SC Disease, Pulmonary Embolism, and Hemoglobinopathy. Dr. Kim is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Hematology, Oncology II

    1840 Mease Dr, Ste 409, 
    Safety Harbor, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anthony Stack is board certified in internal medicine, specializing in hematology and oncology, and is with BayCare Medical Group in Safety Harbor, Florida, where he sees patients age 18 and older. He earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida, and completed an internal medicine residency and hematology and medical oncology fellowship at the University of Florida in Jacksonville, Florida. \ufeffDr. Stack’s clinical interests include lymphoid malignancy, breast and thoracic cancer and the use of targeted and immunotherapy. Using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, he diagnoses and treats cancers of all types. An accomplished author, Dr. Stack has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed publications including the Journal of American Osteopathic Association and the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. He’s affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital. Dr. Stack is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Stack is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology
    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology
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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute - MSE

    3280 N McMullen Booth Rd Ste 200, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Mader is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Wilms Tumor. Dr. Mader is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
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    Hematology | Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    3280 N Mc Mullen Booth Rd, Ste 200, 
    Clearwater, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Troy Fishman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Clearwater, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Metastatic Uveal Melanoma. Dr. Fishman is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fishman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Expertise in
    25
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Tampa General Hospital

    1 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Casey Gooden is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Gooden is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    1201 5th Ave N Ste 505, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Diaz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Diaz is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Aleukemic Leukemia Cutis (ALC). Dr. Diaz is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, AB Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology), American Board Of Internal Medicine, and AB Internal Medicine (Hematology). Dr. Diaz is currently accepting new patients.

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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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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 safety harbor?

    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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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 near safety harbor, FL?

    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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