25 of the Best Hematologists Near Me in durham, NC

I primarily see patients who have a variety of rare bleeding and clotting disorders. I see both older and younger patients and also provide help when patients need to transition to and away from blood thinners. Doctors usually refer patients to me. I try to work with each patient so they understand why they are seeing me and what is going on with their body. I enjoy when a patient can leave my office with a complete understanding of what is going on and what they need to do to get better. As a young child, I had bad allergies and spent much time in the doctor’s office. As a frequent patient, I enjoyed spending time around medicine. As I entered college, I found that I enjoyed chemistry and that hematology allowed me to combine lab work with patient care. Dr. Ortel is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, Thrombectomy, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Ortel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ortel is currently accepting new patients.

I became interested in medicine after studying tropical forest in college and realizing that I wanted more contact with people than trees. In medical school, I cared for children and adults with sickle cell disease and was inspired by the challenges and complexity of this chronic illness. I chose to train in both pediatric and adult hematology and now see both children and adults with non-malignant blood disorders. I joined Duke Health in July 2016 to direct the Adult Sickle Cell Program and focus on the care of children and adults with disorders of hemoglobin. Dr. Strouse is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Thrombectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Strouse is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology , American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, and American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics . Dr. Strouse is currently accepting new patients.

As director of Duke’s sickle cell transition program, my practice and research focuses on treating children and adults with sickle cell disease. When I work with children, I try to focus on teaching them about their condition and how to transition successfully to living with the disease as an adult. For all patients, I focus on providing the medical, social and psychological support they need to remain healthy. My research aims to increase engagement of sickle cell patients with their own care using mobile technology. Through the use of applications, we’re hoping to help patients, specifically children, better manage their symptoms and medications. Outside of work, I have a strong interest in art. In fact, one of my undergraduate majors was biological illustration. I enjoy drawing plants, animals and people. I’ve recently started getting back into this hobby. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

I study disorders of the bone marrow and bone marrow failure syndromes. I also see some leukemias and lymphomas and other blood malignancies. Duke offers a very personalized, individualized level of care to each patient. Nobody is the same, so we take the whole patient, we listen to them, and we offer our best recommendations for treatment options. We offer some of the latest treatment options that are available, usually in the setting of a clinical trial. If not, we offer the latest advancement in the field. When I was going through medical school, molecular biology was the new field. Everything was being described as a new cancer-causing gene. And to me that was so appealing – we’re going to figure out what causes cancer and new ways to treat it. That’s what really brought me into the hematology oncology world – things were being discovered that were new and exciting and hopefully would lead to new treatment options. Duke offers an extremely high standard of care. Though we’re not always successful and the disease sometimes wins, our goal is to give the patients the best possible care. Dr. De Castro Iii is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH), Aplastic Anemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. De Castro Iii is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. De Castro Iii is currently accepting new patients.

Since studying basic immunology prior to beginning my clinical training, I have been deeply interested in applying immunological perspective for the treatment of cancers including hematologic malignancies. Interestingly emerging immunotherapies showed very promising results in recent years. In my clinic, I treat patients with multiple myeloma which is one type of cancer arising from plasma cells. My research will focus on developing early phase clinical protocols utilizing novel cellular therapy approach and also improving the outcomes of blood and marrow transplantation. My ultimate goal is to provide better treatment options than the current standard approach to patients. Dr. Choi is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Choi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine . Dr. Choi is currently accepting new patients.

When someone is faced with a diagnosis of lung cancer, they may be going through surgery, radiation treatment, chemotherapy or enrolling in a clinical trial. It’s a very complicated process to understand what’s involved and what may happen next. It’s also hard to hear all the answers if you’re by yourself. We encourage our patients to come with family members and friends and loved ones and particularly to identify one or two main go-to people in terms of care-giving and support. That way we can engage them in the whole process. Just as we have a team taking care of the patient, the patient has a team, too. At Duke, we have the opportunity to engage patients in the very latest treatment approaches, whether it’s a new surgical technique, the latest radiation approach, or some novel chemotherapy, immunology, or targeted therapy, several of which we’ve been developing. Duke provides patients with a real opportunity that they may not have elsewhere. Dr. Crawford is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Crawford is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology/Oncology , and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Crawford is currently accepting new patients.

I have over twenty years of experience as a hematologist-oncologist focusing in hematologic malignancies, leukemias, lymphomas, myeloma, and myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative syndromes. My patient care philosophy stresses interactive discussions with patients and their families on what to expect from the illness and treatment options, making sure that all their concerns and questions are addressed. Caring for patients with cancer is complex and my care team is dedicated to helping patients with the family, social, emotional, and financial issues, in addition to compassionate medical care. Dr. Kirby is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kirby is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Kirby is currently accepting new patients.

I see patients with blood related cancers, primarily lymphoma. I provide them with comprehensive care from the time they come in for diagnosis until they are cured. Duke is special because I can bring the power of a large medical center with expertise across disciplines together for the care of each patient. One of the nicest parts of my job is the Christmas cards I receive from patients that I’ve treated. For many patients who are doing well, we discharge them from the clinic after five years. The Christmas cards give me the opportunity to see that they are getting on with their lives and to hear about how their families are doing. Outside of work, my wife and I spend a lot of our free time with our two daughters and their children. We like the beach, biking and hiking as a family. Dr. Diehl is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Diehl is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology/Oncology , and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Diehl is currently accepting new patients.

Gretchen Kimmick is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kimmick is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Kimmick is currently accepting new patients.

Lars Wagner is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Wagner is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteosarcoma, Ewing Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

David Ashley is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ashley is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Ashley is currently accepting new patients.

Gowthami Arepally is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Arepally is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Sickle Cell Disease, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Thrombectomy. Dr. Arepally is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Arepally is currently accepting new patients.

Diane Reidy-Lagunes is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Reidy-Lagunes is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Reidy-Lagunes is currently accepting new patients.

I decided to go to medical school during the early part of college and then never really looked back. I enjoyed every discipline while I was in medical school and had a difficult time selecting a specialty, until I did a rotation in Hematology/Oncology. After observing the relationships that oncologists develop with patients and their families, I knew that medical oncology was the right place for me. Getting to know my patients and their families and helping them achieve their goals, despite a cancer diagnosis, has become extremely important to me. I also enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team to make sure that patients get the most comprehensive care possible. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family, reading, and running. Dr. Uronis is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Uronis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Uronis is currently accepting new patients.

I specialize in the treatment of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers with a focus on clinical trials. Clinical trial patients can come to me at any point during their disease, but they usually come to me looking for an alternative therapy once standard treatments have not been effective. I decided to become a doctor later in my career. I originally graduated from university with a non-science degree, but the excitement of advancing medical breakthroughs inspired me to start a career in medicine. As a Duke physician, I enjoy the diverse experiences that I get to have each week. In addition to taking care of patients and conducting research, I work closely with other doctors on crafting treatment plans. I also find it fulfilling to be able to apply my research to patient care. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, jogging and skiing. Dr. Strickler is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Strickler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Strickler is currently accepting new patients.

I am a doctor and researcher who specializes in bone marrow transplants. Patients usually come to me after their cancer treatment has been unsuccessful or when their disease is high-risk and may require further care. When I first see a patient, it is important for me to hear their story, the history of their condition and their treatment goals. This information is important so we can decide, together, which treatments to pursue and to what degree. For me, it is a privilege to get to know where people come from and to help families through their difficult time. I grew up working in a restaurant, so I was exposed to serving the public at an early age. As I became educated, I decided that I wanted to help others in a different capacity, so I pursued medicine. Outside of work, I like spending time enjoying nature and the beauty of North Carolina with my children and husband. Dr. Sarantopoulos is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Sarantopoulos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Sarantopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

Marilyn Telen is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Telen is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Telen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology/Oncology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Telen is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Westbrook is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Westbrook is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Westbrook is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Westbrook is currently accepting new patients.

My goal is to provide the best care possible for patients with blood cancers and their families. I strive to find the best treatment for each patient based on the latest research as well as each patient's own unique situation and goals. I also hope to improve the care of cancer patients through access to clinical trials and ongoing outcomes-based research. My research focuses on physical fitness and cancer patients, survivorship care, and financial toxicity. Dr. Sitlinger is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Richter Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Sitlinger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Sitlinger is currently accepting new patients.

I am a medical oncologist who treats colorectal, pancreatic, and esophagogastric cancers while conducting research in tumor immunology and immunotherapy. My interest in oncology stems from experience in a cancer vaccine laboratory and working with oncologists during my undergraduate degree, who inspired my curiosity when I did not have scientists or doctors in my family. I conduct primarily laboratory-based and translational research, with the goal of finding new immunotherapeutic options supported by precision biomarkers to identify patients. In the clinic, I aim to treat my patients with innovative therapies, learn more about their cancer through research, and offer understanding through a shared decision-making process. Outside of work, I play guitar and trumpet, work on cars, and love to travel with my family. Dr. Devito is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Anal Cancer, Melanoma, and Pancreatic Cancer. Dr. Devito is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Devito is currently accepting new patients.

Robin Hardie-Hood is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hardie-Hood is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Hardie-Hood is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology . Dr. Hardie-Hood is currently accepting new patients.

I am a medical oncologist specializing in bone and soft tissue cancers called sarcomas. Sarcomas occur throughout the body, so I collaborate closely with colleagues from other specialties in a multidisciplinary team. I view my role in caring for someone's cancer as as privilege and strive to work together with each patient to ensure the best treatment decisions are made, all the while embracing each person's uniqueness as an individual. I see adult patients of all ages, but have a particular interest in the unique challenges facing a young adults with cancer. When I'm not working, you can find me exploring the outdoors with my family, traveling, and cooking. Dr. Grilley-Olson is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal. Dr. Grilley-Olson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Grilley-Olson is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Morse is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Morse is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Appendix Cancer, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Morse is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Morse is currently accepting new patients.

I am convinced that caring for patients with malignant hematologic diseases requires not only up-to-date medical knowledge, but also an understanding of the individual patient's needs and circumstances. I encourage patients to take an active role in their treatment and recovery and I work with them to develop an individualized treatment plan that includes the most advanced therapies available today. My practice focuses primarily on disorders of the lymphatic system (Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia). As an integral part of my clinical activities, I am dedicated to teaching young physicians at all levels of training and educating the next generation of hematologists. Dr. Stefanovic is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Stefanovic is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology , and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Stefanovic is currently accepting new patients.

I realized during a biology class in college that I could use my interest in science to help make a difference in people’s lives. It drove my decision to pursue a career in medicine. I realized early in medical school that I wanted to spend my career trying to understand cancer, how to fight it and caring for patients who have it. As a medical oncologist with Duke Cancer Center, I specialize in cancers of the chest, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. Working closely with my patients, getting to know them personally and understanding their values and goals, allows me to develop individualized care and treatment plans for each one. The most rewarding part of my work is developing long term relationships with my patients and their families throughout their cancer journeys. I am motivated and inspired by how my patients live their lives everyday. Dr. Clarke is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Clarke is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Clarke is currently accepting new patients.