25 of the Best Hematologists Near Me in sanford, FL

Looking for the best hematologist near sanford, FL? Find a top hematologist near you in sanford, 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 26 specialists near sanford, FL

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    Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Orange City

    2565 Enterprise Rd., 
    Orange City, FL 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Asad Sheikh, MD, a board-certified medical oncologist, serves as the director of oncology at Orlando Health Cancer Institute at South Seminole Hospital. Dr. Sheikh joined Orlando Health Cancer Institute from the Medical College of Georgia where he served as chief fellow of the hematology/oncology fellowship program. He is board certified in hematology, medical oncology and internal medicine. After joining Orlando Health Cancer Institute in Lake Mary, Dr. Sheikh singlehandedly developed a comprehensive community medical oncology and hematology program including inpatient and outpatient oncology clinics as well as an infusion center serving Seminole county.Dr. Sheikh earned his medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical College in Pakistan and completed an internship for the Department of Surgery and Medicine at Services Hospital in Pakistan the following year.He worked at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia in Decatur, GA, where he was a clinical research physician and awarded permanent residency in the United States under the special category of Outstanding Professor/Researcher in the Field of Cancer. Dr. Sheikh went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. Dr. Sheikh has a license to practice medicine in California, Florida, Georgia and Pakistan. He is a member of several organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and Oncology and the Patient Welfare Society.Dr. Sheikh has published several studies for the American Society of Clinical Oncology and presented the second largest data trial published in the U.S. on breast cancer in the community setting.Dr. Sheikh also designed, developed and maintained MS Access and SQL databases for cancer patients. His research has been featured in national and international scientific assemblies such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society for Radiation Oncology, the British Oncologic Association and the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. Dr. Sheikh is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Sheikh is board certified in American Board Of Osteopathic IM - Medical Onc and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sheikh is currently accepting new patients.

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    Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Lake Mary

    210 Rinehart Rd., 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Susan Constantino, MD, is a board-certified hematologist, medical oncologist and internal medicine physician who practices at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. She specializes in breast cancer as well as other conditions and cancers.Expert Cancer CareDr. Constantino is dedicated to providing expert cancer care to each patient throughout diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood diseases. She understands the intricacies of her patient’s needs and develops a treatment plan specific to their condition. Along with other members of her team, she connects patients with support services that address their complete well-being from diagnosis to survivorship. A few of the disorders she treats are breast cancer, lung cancer, leukemia and lymphoma.Dr. Constantino’s TrainingDr. Constantino earned her medical degree and bachelor’s degree in psychology, graduating magna cum laude, from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. She completed her medical oncology and hematology fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, where she served a year as chief fellow.About Dr. ConstantinoAfter her fellowship, Dr. Constantino returned to Creighton as a house officer in internal medicine and then adjunct professor of medicine.She has coauthored a number of abstracts and articles, including “Assessment of Compliance with NCCN Guidelines for Breast Cancer Patients Treated at a Comprehensive Cancer Center"" abstract for the 2012 ASTRO annual meeting; “MGMT Inhibition Restores ER Functional Sensitivity to Antiestrogen Therapy"" for Molecular Medicine; and “Study Comparing the Concordance Between PET/CT and Bone Scan in Detecting Skeletal Metastasis in Breast Cancer Patients"" abstract for American Society of Clinical Oncology.She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and recipient of the 2010 Breast Cancer Achievement Award at the Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Symposium and Exemplary Physician Colleague Award from Orlando Health in 2018. She also was an associate professor of medicine at the University of Central Florida for three years.". Dr. Constantino is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Multiple Myeloma. Dr. Constantino is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Constantino is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid Florida Hematology And Oncology Centers, PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd, Ste 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Santosh Nair is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Nair is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL). Dr. Nair is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Nair is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid Florida Hematology & Oncology Centers PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd # 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhanu Visvalingam is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Visvalingam is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Visvalingam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Visvalingam is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute

    460 N Orlando Ave, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yaman Suleiman is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Suleiman is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), Colorectal Cancer, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Suleiman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Suleiman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Lake Mary

    210 Rinehart Rd., 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Raji Shameem is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. His specialties include: Gastrointestinal medical oncology Genitourinary medical oncology Malignant hematology Targeted and personalized drug therapy Dr. Shameem strives to provide personalized care to meet individual needs. He shares his patients' struggles and victories as he seeks medical advances to help them. Dr. Shameem's Training He received his medical training at Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan. He completed his residency in internal medicine and was assistant chief resident at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Shameem completed his fellowship in oncology and hematology at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. About Dr. Shameem Dr. Shameem is triple board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in hematology, oncology and internal medicine. Dr. Shameem has been published in many peer-reviewed journals and presented his research at various medical conferences. He has received multiple awards, including for excellence in clinical research and the Harry D. Fein Award for Clinical Excellence and Compassionate Patient Care. His professional memberships include the American Society of Hematology and American Society of Clinical Oncology. Outside of work, Dr. Shameem enjoys spending time with his wife and children, strength training, and playing tennis. He is fluent in English and Urdu. Dr. Shameem is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Deep Vein Thrombosis, Essential Thrombocythemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Anemia. Dr. Shameem is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Oncology. Dr. Shameem is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    460 N Orlando Ave Ste 200, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Grow is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Grow is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. Dr. Grow is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Grow is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists And Research Institute

    750 Orienta Ave, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tarek Eldawy is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Eldawy is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Eldawy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Eldawy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    460 N Orlando Ave, Ste 200, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Muhammad Imam is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Imam is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Melanoma. Dr. Imam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Imam is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cancer Institute Of Florida PA

    894 E Altamonte Dr, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Reynolds is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Dr. Reynolds is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists Pl

    805 Currency Cir, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dipali Trivedi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Trivedi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Deep Vein Thrombosis, Thrombocytopenia, Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and RUNX1 Familial Platelet Disorder. Dr. Trivedi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Trivedi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Lake Mary

    210 Rinehart Rd., 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nidhi Trivedi is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) with Orlando Health Cancer Institute. She cares for patients suffering from leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma as well as other similar cancers. She has worked in Central Florida and the Northeast since 2008 in oncology, cardiology and surgical care and has experience in: Administering treatment Coordinating appointments and care Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests Providing education on treatment and other healthcare options Nidhi's Training Nidhi received her Master of Science in nursing (MSN) from Long Island University in Brookville, New York. She earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. About Nidhi Nidhi is certified as a family nurse practitioner (FNP-C) by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Anemia, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Trivedi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Lake Mary

    210 Rinehart Rd., 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Rivera is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with the Orlando Health Cancer Institute, specializing in care for hematology oncology patients. She has more than nine years of experience, and her specialties include: Hereditary thrombophilia and bleeding disorders Iron deficiency anemia Benign Hematology Chemotherapy education Lifestyle medicine Lauren is a bone marrow donor whose care philosophy focuses on open communication with patients and a proactive, holistic approach to cancer treatment. Lauren's Training Lauren received her bachelor's degree in molecular biology and microbiology from the University of Central Florida in Orlando and her master's degree in medical sciences from Nova Southeastern University's physician assistant program. About Lauren Lauren is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the Florida Board of Medicine. She also has experience as a qualified clinical trials sub-investigator. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys weight training, bicycling, cooking nutritionally balanced meals and volunteering in the community. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Pulmonary Embolism, Breast Cancer, and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Rivera is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd, Ste 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wandaly Pardo-Ruiz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ampullary Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome. Dr. Pardo-Ruiz is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd, Ste 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Atif Khan is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    658 Oviedo Medical Dr, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rene Cabeza is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Cabeza is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Anemia. Dr. Cabeza is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Hematology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Cabeza is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    658 Oviedo Medical Dr, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Ortega is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Ortega is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Cyclic Neutropenia, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), and Deep Vein Thrombosis. Dr. Ortega is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ortega is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute LLC

    460 N Orlando Ave Ste 200 Bldg D, 
    Winter Park, FL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Sequeira is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Winter Park, Florida. Dr. Sequeira is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Sequeira is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med. - Medical Oncology. Dr. Sequeira is currently accepting new patients.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute - LMC

    805 Currency Cir, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pamela Lund is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Lund is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd, Ste 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Beatrice Roberts is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Roberts is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Roberts is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Florida Hematology & Oncology Center PA

    2776 Enterprise Rd, Ste 100, 
    Orange City, FL 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Castro is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Orange City, Florida. Dr. Castro is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Castro is currently accepting new patients.

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    115 Boston Ave Ste 2300, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Garrett is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

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    616 E Altamonte Dr Ste 100, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Mohamad Masri is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute - ALT

    750 Orienta Ave, 
    Altamonte Springs, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Reich is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

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    Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC

    2572 W State Road 426, Ste 3080, 
    Oviedo, FL 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kapilkumar Manvar is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Oviedo, Florida. Dr. Manvar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Manvar 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 sanford, 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 sanford, 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 sanford, 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 sanford, 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 sanford?

    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 sanford, 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 sanford, 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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