Dr. Kenneth Myron Braunstein M.D.
Hematologist (Blood Specialist) | Hematology
5667 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Suite 290 Atlanta GA, 30342Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Kenneth Braunstein is a hematology internist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Braunstein specializes in cases of suspected blood disorders when a diagnosis is unclear and further medical care is needed. Hematology internists work with other specialists such as surgeons, radiation therapists and gynecologists in order to get a better understanding on the cases. Often, patients are asked to participate in clinical research that could result in more efficient treatment methods.
Education and Training
Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1976
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1976
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
Provider Details
Dr. Kenneth Myron Braunstein M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Is sickle cell anemia an inherited disease?
Sickle cell is an autosomal recessive disease, i.e., it is a genetic disorder affecting both sexes. READ MORE
What causes a clotting disorder?
Sounds like you have a genetic cause of hypercoagulation. They include antithrombin III, protein C, protein S, Factor V Leiden (the most common 7% of the caucasian population), prothrombin G 20210A (the next most common), hyperhomocystemia, abnormal fibrinogen. In addition, the tendency to have autoimmune disorders and antiphospholipid antibodies does exist genetically and they can cause clots. READ MORE
high amount of lymphocytes in the body
At age 22, having a high lymphocyte count as the sole abnormality on a CBC is most likely a benign process secondary to a recent viral infection. In about 2 to 4 weeks, you should have a repeat CBC with differential done to see if the elevation in lymphocytes persists. If so, you will need to see your physician to see what is causing the persistence in the elevation. Kenneth Myron Braunstein, MD READ MORE
I have a positive blood type and my husband has a negative blood type. What are the chances of our child being born with thalassemia?
Blood types do not tell one if they have thalassemia. Kenneth Myron Braunstein READ MORE
I want to be a bone marrow donor
Contact the National Bone Marrow Registry: https://www.giftoflife.org/registergclid=CjwKCAjwpfzOBRA5EiwAU0ccNy6k9MNr180CrKRygS8hJeCXEfLI7Qrap_AjksDpsSlt1JNhaoprvRoCUJoQAvD_BwE If you are a stem cell donor, it does not hurt very much. Primarily is a big needle stick. Kenneth Myron Braunstei, MD READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Minimal heparin cofactor activity in disseminated intravascular coagulation and cirrhosis.
- Minimal heparin cofactor activity in disseminated intravascular coagulation and cirrhosis.
- Hypercoagulability in a patient with a brain tumor.
- Structural abnormalities of the vitamin K-dependent clotting factors.
- The effects of dopamine on human platelet aggregation, in vitro.
Treatments
- Anemia
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