Brodsky Hematology is a private hematology practice specializing in the diagnosis and management of benign blood disorders. We offer expert care for conditions such as anemia, iron deficiency, clotting disorders, and low platelet counts, with a focus on patient-centered, personalized treatment.

Unlike large hospital settings, we offer a more personalized experience with shorter wait times, easier access to your physician, and a relaxed, patient-focused environment. Our goal is to provide expert hematologic care without the stress of navigating a large hospital system.

Additionally, many large hospital systems and private practices emphasize oncologic care over hematology care because givng chemotherapy is a more lucrative model of treatment. These centers are less interested in taking care of benign hematology patients because they don't generate the same revenues. Therefore, wait-times to see a hematologist can be very long and many times providers are not as interested in seeing benign hematology patients.

At Brodsky Hematology we are solely focused on your benign hematologic diagnoses and have specialized expertise in managing these issues.  We pride ourselves on being a valuable asset for patients who need to see a classical hematologist for management of their condition.  

A hematologic diagnosis is an issue with the blood that can affect your overall health.

Hematologic diagnoses can occur due to problems with red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, blood vessels, bone marrow, lymph nodes, the spleen, and the proteins involved in bleeding and clotting (hemostasis and thrombosis).

You may need to see a hematologist if you have unexplained fatigue, abnormal bruising or bleeding, frequent infections, or abnormal blood test results indicating anemia, clotting issues, or other hematologic conditions.  

Your primary doctor may send you to a hematologist if you have abnormalities in your blood work or symptoms suggestive of a hematologic diagnosis.

Many patients who are prescribed a blood thinner need to see a hematologist to guide when is the appropriate time to start and stop the medication and how to prepare for a surgical procedure while on blood thinning medications.

Many patients come to us through physician referrals, but self-referrals are also welcome. If you are unsure whether you need a hematology consultation, feel free to contact our office.

Our practice focuses on benign (non-cancerous) hematologic conditions. However, if a blood cancer is suspected, we will coordinate appropriate referrals to an oncologist specializing in malignant hematology.

There are some malignant hematology conditions that can be managed safely in an outpatient setting at Brodsky Hematology. Some examples of conditions include MDS, CLL, CML, and low risk lymphomas.

The team at Brodsky Hematology will determine when you need a referral or whether your diagnosis can be effectively managed at our center.  

Preparation depends on the test, but some require fasting, while others may involve stopping certain medications beforehand. Your doctor will provide specific instructions to ensure accurate results.

It depends on the test—some results, like a complete blood count (CBC), may be available the same day, while more complex tests, such as bone marrow biopsies or genetic screenings, may take several days to weeks.

Please bring:

- A list of current medications and supplements

- Any recent bloodwork or lab results

- A copy of any previous medical records related to your hematologic condition

- Your insurance card and identification

It's very important for your hematologist to have access to old blood counts in order to understand the trend and  trajectory of your numbers.  

Please have your referring provider fax over your previous results to Brodsky Hematology so that we can review before your visit.

We accept most major insurance plans. Please contact our office to verify your coverage before your appointment. We also offer cash-pay options for patients who prefer to pay out of pocket.

Yes, we offer telemedicine consultations for certain follow-up visits and lab reviews. However, initial consultations and procedures require an in-person visit.

At this time telemedicine visits have to be conducted in the state of Maryland.

This depends on what diagnosis you have. Some hematologic issues are a result of inadequate nutrition and can benefit from dietary adjustments or supplementation. Others require infusion therapy or medication to correct. This is a great question to ask your provider at your visit.  

Craving ice-chewing is a common symptom of iron deficiency anemia.  This does not necessarily mean you have this diagnosis.  We recommend getting specific blood work to diagnose iron deficiency before starting on iron supplementation therapy.