Hematology

Hematology oncology combines two fields of medicine: hematology, which is the study of the blood, and oncology, the study and treatment of cancer. Hematologic oncologists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood cancers and blood-related disorders. These include blood and bone marrow cells.

Hematologists care for multiple blood disorders including, but not limited to:

• anemia
• bone marrow failure
• enzyme deficiencies
• hemophilia and coagulation disorders (excessive bleeding or trouble clotting)
• iron metabolism disorders
• myeloid disorders (white blood cell disorder)
• thrombosis (including deep vein)