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Dr. Benjamin George, M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist
Dr. Benjamin George is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Lafayette, CO. Dr. George specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all adult cancers as well as blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. George is the principal investigator on several clinical trials. Dr. George cares for his patients in a kind, compassionate and empathetic manner that treats his patients as family.
Dr. Benjamin George, M.D.
- Lafayette, CO
- Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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Iron based anemia vs something else?
It depends on what your iron levels and ferritin are and what symptoms you have. Yes, hgb can be higher at higher altitudes initially. Other issued that can affect hgb include READ MORE
It depends on what your iron levels and ferritin are and what symptoms you have. Yes, hgb can be higher at higher altitudes initially. Other issued that can affect hgb include kidney issues, infections, bone marrow issues, medications, but the list is quite long. It's hard to say without more information.
What anesthesia is used for bone marrow biopsy?
Usually the interventional radiologist uses conscious sedation for pain medication. That can include fentanyl and versed, but it may vary depending on the provider doing the procedure READ MORE
Usually the interventional radiologist uses conscious sedation for pain medication. That can include fentanyl and versed, but it may vary depending on the provider doing the procedure and the patient's medical issues and pain tolerance.
Low WBC?
Without any symptoms, it could be normal, but I usually track and trend the abc to make sure it is stable and also make sure the other parts of the cbc are normal. In addition, READ MORE
Without any symptoms, it could be normal, but I usually track and trend the abc to make sure it is stable and also make sure the other parts of the cbc are normal. In addition, I usually rule out nutritional deficiencies and infections or medications as other potential causes of low wbc.
When do you need a blood transfusion?
If you are having persistent symptoms such as severe fatigue or lightheadedness or dizziness, or if there are heart or lung issues causing shortness of breath or chest pain or READ MORE
If you are having persistent symptoms such as severe fatigue or lightheadedness or dizziness, or if there are heart or lung issues causing shortness of breath or chest pain or low oxygen levels.
Are blood disorders with you long term?
It depends on the blood disorder and the cause. If you have iron deficiency from heavy menstrual bleeding, this often improves as you get older. If you have a hereditary or genetic READ MORE
It depends on the blood disorder and the cause. If you have iron deficiency from heavy menstrual bleeding, this often improves as you get older. If you have a hereditary or genetic condition, then yes, that would be there long term.
