Hematology
Stay near home in Smithfield or Clayton for expert care from UNC Health Johnston’s board-certified hematologists—doctors who specialize in blood diseases.
Why See a Hematologist?
Your primary care provider may refer you to a hematologist if you experience symptoms of a blood condition, such as fatigue and unusual levels of white blood cells. During your first appointment, the hematologist will review your lab test results from recent years and order additional lab tests, if needed. You’ll also receive a physical exam.
Blood Disorders
Rely on UNC Health Johnston to diagnose and care for blood conditions such as:
- Anemia, including iron deficiency anemia, sickle cell anemia, and vitamin deficiency anemia
- Bleeding disorders, such as von Willebrand disease and hemophilia
- Blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma
Treatments & Services
Your hematologist will give you a personalized care plan, which may include one or more of the following:
- Blood product transfusion – Gives you red blood cells, platelets, or plasma from a donor to replace those you lost
- Chemotherapy – Treats blood cancers
- Medications – Delivered through pills, injections (shots), or infusion (a vein)
- Phlebotomy – Removes excess blood from your body if you make too many blood cells
- Vitamin and iron supplements – Treat anemia (lack of red blood cells)
Comfortable Infusion Area
You’ll appreciate free snacks, Wi-Fi, TV, and heated blankets during infusion (IV) therapy at UNC Health Johnston Hematology & Oncology Centers in Clayton and Smithfield. Trust your care team to help you feel as comfortable as possible.
