When you need help identifying or treating a blood disorder, the Hematology team at Penn Medicine has the expertise you need. We provide advanced options for care, helping you find the solution that works best for you.
No matter your situation, we have you covered. If you’ve received care since childhood and now need an adult program, we can ease the transition. We can also help if your first symptoms developed in adulthood, or if you took a break from care and want to return.
The Role of Hematology at Penn
Hematology is the study of blood and its diseases. Some of these conditions are malignant (cancerous), while others are benign (noncancerous). Even benign blood disorders can cause serious complications without the right care.
Specialists called hematologists — “blood doctors” — lead a team of experts to provide the care you need. At the Penn Blood Disorders Center, we bring together a specialized group focused on benign blood disorders. We also work closely with the Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine to treat some conditions, such as blood cancers (hematological malignancies).
Hematology and Blood Health: The Penn Medicine Advantage
People travel to see us from across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. While we offer the top care they seek, they tell us they also appreciate the environment we’ve created. We know blood disorders can feel challenging at times, so we’ve created a place where you can feel comfortable and supported.
When you choose our center, you can expect:
- Welcoming expertise: Our doctors are leaders in the field of blood disorders. They publish influential papers, give talks worldwide, and serve in professional groups, such as the American Society of Hematology. They know, though, that the best care goes beyond expertise. They want your experience to feel comfortable, like a visit to your local doctor’s office. Learn more about the hematologists at Penn Medicine.
- Thorough care: We have one of the largest, most complete hematology groups in the region. In addition to hematologists, our team includes nurses and other advanced practice providers, physical therapists, social workers, and a psychologist specializing in pain. A nurse coordinator serves as your main contact. We also partner with a range of other top Penn Medicine specialists.
- Flexibility: You can choose to get all your care at our center, seek a second opinion or travel to us only for major checkups. We work with your local doctors to ensure you can receive day-to-day care closer to home if preferred.
- Innovation: We’re working to answer big questions about blood disorders and improve care. In addition to leading research, we participate in clinical trials to develop new treatments, including gene therapy.
Specialized Programs for Noncancerous Blood Disorders
While we treat all benign blood disorders, we also have programs focused on certain conditions. In some cases, these programs are among the limited options available for adult care nationwide. Our programs include:
Full Support for Women With Blood Disorders
Our team offers insight into the particular concerns and needs of women with blood disorders. We understand the implications for both daily life and special moments such as labor and delivery. We know what questions to ask and what options are available. Family planning counseling is always available to address the genetic nature of many of the conditions.
While this support extends across our specialized disease programs, we also offer the Women’s Hemostasis and Thrombosis Program. Our doctors focus on bleeding disorders and clotting disorders, with:
Other Blood Conditions We Treat
Our program treats all types of benign disorders — not just those in our specialized programs. We have cared for people with more than 100 different conditions. Other conditions we treat include:
Make an Appointment
Please call 800-789-7366 or make an appointment.