Haematologist

A Haematologist (pronounced: hee-muh-tol-uh-jist) is a medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to the blood.

Etymology

The term "Haematologist" is derived from the Greek words "haima" meaning "blood" and "logos" meaning "study".

Role and Responsibilities

A Haematologist is responsible for treating conditions such as anaemia, clotting disorders, haemophilia, leukaemia, lymphoma, and sickle cell disease. They also perform procedures such as bone marrow biopsy and stem cell transplantation.

Education and Training

To become a Haematologist, one must first complete a Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, followed by a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. After medical school, they must complete a residency in Internal Medicine, followed by a fellowship in Haematology.

Related Terms

Haematology: The branch of medicine concerned with the study of the cause, prognosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to blood.
Oncologist: A doctor who specializes in treating cancer. Some haematologists are also oncologists, as they specialize in blood cancers like leukaemia and lymphoma.
Pathologist: A medical professional who studies the causes and nature of diseases. In the context of haematology, a pathologist would study blood samples to diagnose diseases.