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Hematology Program

Stanford Medicine Cancer Center

Experts in Leukemia and Blood Cancer

Working with many rare forms of blood disorders, the Stanford Hematology Program brings together a multispecialty team of experts dedicated to treating leukemia as well as other benign and malignant hematologic disorders.

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Overview of Blood Cancers, Leukemia, and Hematological Malignancies

Blood cancers are hematological disorders that affect the cells that make up blood, bone marrow, and lymph. While many hematological cancers are relatively rare, the specialists at the Stanford Hematology Program are experienced in managing even the most complex cases. Our team of world-renowned doctors provides the most advanced diagnostic technologies and treatments available today for both benign and malignant hematologic disorders.

Our goal is to improve the survival and quality of life of patients. Stanford Cancer Center doctors have particular expertise in the management of:

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia

A cancer of the blood in which too many lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell which normally fights infection, are produced by the bone marrow and by organs of the lymph system. 

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

A type of blood cancer in which bone marrow makes too many granulocytes (a type of white blood cell that normally fights infection). The term "acute" means the disease progresses rapidly. 

Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)

A form of acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) that is caused when part of chromosome 15 and chromosome 17 are swapped in an action called a "translocation." APL accounts for about 5-10% of all cases of AML and is most likely to affect young adults.

Agnogenic myeloid metaplasia (AMM)

A type of cancer that forms in the bone marrow. It is similar to CML, but lacks the genetic defect known to cause CML.

Anemia

A medical condition in which the red blood cell count is less than normal.

Aplastic anemia

A rare condition that occurs when the body stops producing enough new blood cells, causing fatigue and an increased risk of infections and uncontrolled bleeding. 

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

A type of blood cancer in which bone marrow and other lymphatic system organs slowly make too many lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). The term "chronic" means the disease progresses more slowly.  

Chronic myelogenous leukemia

A chronic form of cancer that starts in the blood-forming cells of the bone marrow and invades the blood and other parts of the body over time.

Essential thrombocythemia (ET)

A type of leukemia in which bone marrow produces too many platelets, increasing the risk of blood clots which can lead to strokes and heart attacks.

Hairy cell leukemia

A cancer of the bone marrow and blood in which lymphocytes become abnormal.

Hemophilia

An inherited bleeding, or coagulation, disorder.

Immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenia purpura

ITP is a blood disorder characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood. 

Leukemia

Cancer of the blood that develops in the bone marrow, which produces the three major blood cells: white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets.

Myelodysplastic syndrome

A group of diseases that cause immature blood cells to accumulate in the bone marrow leading to a shortage of mature blood cells.

Myeloproliferative disorders

A group of diseases of the bone marrow in which too many red blood cells, platelets, or white blood cells are made. It can progress into AML.

Multiple myeloma

A type of cancer that affects certain white blood cells and collects in the bone marrow and the outer layer of the bone.

Prolymphocytic leukemia

A rare, aggressive type of cancer involving malignant B-cells or T-cells in the blood, bone marrow, and tissues. It is often classified as a type of CLL.

Thrombosis

Venous thrombosis is when the blood clot obstructs a vein, and arterial thrombosis is when the blood clot obstructs an artery.

Childhood leukemia

Leukemia is the most common form of cancer in childhood. It affects approximately 3,000 children each year in the United States, accounting for about 30% of childhood cancers. Information about childhood leukemia can be found at the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, which is within easy walking distance from both the Stanford Cancer Center and Stanford Health Care.

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Please fax the Medical Record Release Form to your new patient coordinator. The medical release form is an authorization form for external facilities to release medical records to Stanford Health Care.  

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Phone: 1-866-742-4811
Fax: 650-320-9443
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Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referral Information.

You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or email the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org.

 

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