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Leukaemia
A cancer of the cells that make blood, which starts in the bone marrow. Some types grow fast and need a hospital stay soon. Others grow slowly and are watched for a long time before any treatment.
Best Haematologist in Ameerpet
- Dr. Basudev Pokhrel · Haematologist10+ years of experience · MBBS, MD (Immunohaematology & Blood Transfusion), Fellowship in Clinical Haematology (CMC Vellore).
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Blood Cancer Care for Ameerpet
Dr. Basudev Pokhrel, CION’s haematologist, works with the medical oncology team on leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Call to check where and when your doctor is in.
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10+ years · MBBS, MD (Immunohaematology & Blood Transfusion), Fellowship in Clinical Haematology (CMC Vellore)
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CION Cancer Clinics – Ameerpet
A look inside CION L.B. Nagar
- Address
- 2nd Floor, Plot No. 4, HMDA Maitrivanam, Satyam Theatre Rd, beside Blue Fox Hotel, Srinivasa Nagar, Ameerpet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500038
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Which blood problems does a haematologist look after?
Most people arrive with one of four kinds of problem. Knowing which one you have helps the care team book the right first tests.
Lymphoma
A cancer of the lymph glands. It often shows up as a lump that does not hurt in the neck, armpit or groin that does not go away, sometimes with fevers, night sweats or weight loss. A biopsy of the lump confirms it.
Myeloma
A cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. It is more common in older adults and often shows up as back or bone pain, kidney trouble, or a low haemoglobin that does not improve with iron.
Blood-count problems
Low platelets, a very high or very low white cell count, or a low haemoglobin with no clear cause. Many of these turn out not to be cancer. A haematologist finds the cause and says whether it needs treatment.
How does a family in Ameerpet get from a report to a plan?
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Call or leave your number
Tell the care team what the report shows and who ordered it. They ask which language you prefer and whether the patient can travel easily.
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Gather every blood report
Old blood counts matter. A slow change over many months tells the haematologist something quite different from a sudden drop. Bring smear reports, scans and any biopsy slides too.
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See Dr. Pokhrel
The consultation is at CION Kukatpally or CION L.B. Nagar, wherever he is seeing patients that day. He examines the patient, reads the reports, and explains what is known and what is still missing.
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Tests that confirm the diagnosis
Often a bone marrow test or a lymph node biopsy. Your team tells you where each test is done and when the results come back.
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Your plan, in writing
You hear the plan, the choices, and a written estimate before anything starts. Day-care treatment may be possible closer to Ameerpet if your haematologist agrees.
More CION Specialists
Every case goes to CION’s network tumour board, where these specialists from CION’s centres join your doctor. Ask for any of them when you book.
Medical Oncologists 6
Treat cancer with medicines such as chemotherapy.
Medical Oncologists 6
Treat cancer with medicines such as chemotherapy.
10+ years · MBBS, DM (Medical Oncology), MD (Radiation Oncology)
Centres: L.B. Nagar
10+ years · MBBS, DNB (Internal Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology)
Centres: Ameerpet, Kompally
8+ years · MBBS (Gold Medal), DNB (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology) (Gold Medal)
Centres: Kukatpally
8+ years · MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology) (Adyar, Chennai), ECMO, MRCP SCE (UK)
Centres: Vizag region
8+ years · MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DrNB (Medical Oncology), ECMO, MRCP SCE (Medical Oncology) (UK)
Centres: Masab Tank, Tolichowki, Banjara Hills
7+ years · MBBS, DM (Medical Oncology), MD (Internal Medicine)
Centres: Ameerpet, Kompally
Radiation Oncologists 4
Treat cancer with carefully aimed radiation.
Radiation Oncologists 4
Treat cancer with carefully aimed radiation.
10+ years · MBBS, MD (Radiation Oncology), MPH
Centres: All CION Hyderabad centres
13+ years · MBBS, MD (General Physician), DNB (Radiation Oncology)
Centres: Centre confirmed when you book
Surgical Oncologists 7
Decide whether an operation can remove the cancer, and when.
Surgical Oncologists 7
Decide whether an operation can remove the cancer, and when.
Head of Surgical Oncology
12+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Surgical Oncology)
Centres: Masab Tank, Tolichowki, Banjara Hills
8+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Surgical Oncology), FMAS, FARIS (Ongoing)
Centres: L.B. Nagar
20+ years · MBBS (AIIMS), MS (Surgery) (AIIMS), DNB (Surgical Oncology), MRCS (Edinburgh)
Centres: All CION Hyderabad centres
10+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Surgical Oncology)
Centres: Vizag region
7+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Surgical Oncology), FMAS
Centres: Vizag region
5+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DrNB (Surgical Oncology), FALS Oncology
Centres: Ameerpet, Kompally
10+ years · MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DrNB (Surgical Oncology)
Centres: Kukatpally
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What do the words on a blood report mean?
CBC (complete blood count)
The basic blood test. It counts red cells, white cells and platelets, and measures haemoglobin.
Peripheral smear
A drop of blood looked at under a microscope. It shows whether the cells look normal in shape and size.
Blasts
Very young blood cells. They are usually found only in the bone marrow, so seeing them in the blood needs a specialist look.
Platelets
Cells that help blood clot. A low count can cause easy bruising and bleeding gums.
Bone marrow test
A small sample taken from the hip bone with a needle, under local numbing, to see how blood is being made.
Flow cytometry
A lab test that sorts cells by markers on their surface. It helps name the exact type of leukaemia or lymphoma.
Should you book a visit, or go to emergency today?
An abnormal count on a routine check-up
What to do: Book a haematology visit and bring the report
A neck or armpit lump that has stayed for weeks
What to do: Book soon; a biopsy may be needed
Back pain with kidney trouble in an older adult
What to do: Ask the care team about a myeloma check
Bleeding that will not stop, or high fever on treatment
What to do: Go to the nearest emergency department now
What can CION Ameerpet do for a blood cancer patient?
CION Ameerpet is a chemotherapy and consultation centre. The haematology consultation itself happens at Kukatpally or L.B. Nagar, but Ameerpet stays useful to you through the whole journey.
1Where the centre is
CION Cancer Clinics, 2nd Floor, Plot No. 4, HMDA Maitrivanam, Satyam Theatre Road, beside Blue Fox Hotel, Srinivasa Nagar, Ameerpet, Hyderabad 500038. It is about an eight-minute walk from Ameerpet Metro and close to the Ameerpet bus stop. It is open Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
2Treatment near home
Chemotherapy is given at this centre as day-care. Some blood cancer treatments suit day-care well. Others, such as the first phase of treatment for fast-growing leukaemia, need a hospital stay. Dr. Pokhrel tells you which applies to you, and where.
3Families from nearby areas
People from Begumpet, SR Nagar, Punjagutta, Somajiguda and Erramanzil often find Ameerpet the easiest centre to reach. One helpline books every CION centre in Hyderabad.
Good to know
This page cannot tell you what your report means. A haematologist reading it with the patient in front of them can.
What do people in Hyderabad often believe about blood cancer?
Myth
"Blood cancer always ends badly."
What is true: Outcomes vary a great deal by type. Some lymphomas respond very well to treatment, and some slow leukaemias are only watched for years. Ask your haematologist what is known about your type, not about blood cancer in general.
Myth
"A low haemoglobin just needs iron tablets."
What is true: Often it does. But a low count that does not improve with iron, or that comes with low platelets or odd white cells, needs a proper look. Taking tonics for months can delay that look.
Myth
"A bone marrow test is dangerous."
What is true: It is a routine test done with local numbing. Most people feel pressure and a short sharp ache, and go home the same day. It gives answers no blood test can.
Myth
"Every blood cancer needs a transplant."
What is true: Many people are treated with medicines alone. A transplant is considered only for certain types and stages. If it ever comes up, your team explains why and where it would be done.
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The same specialists and one helpline serve every CION location in Hyderabad. Pick the location nearest you, then the specialist you need.
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Sources
The general guidance on this page draws on these sources. Facts about CION come from CION’s own pages.
- National Cancer Institute: Leukemia
- National Cancer Institute: Lymphoma
- National Cancer Institute: Myeloma
- CION Cancer Clinics: CION Cancer Clinics, Ameerpet
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Basudev Pokhrel, Consultant Haematologist (MBBS, MD (Immunohaematology & Blood Transfusion), Fellowship in Clinical Haematology (CMC Vellore)). Last reviewed October 2026. This page is general information for families from Ameerpet, not medical advice: your specialist advises on tests and treatment after seeing you.
Common questions about seeing a haematologist from Ameerpet
Still unsure? Call 1800 202 8726.
1Does Dr. Basudev Pokhrel see patients at CION Ameerpet?
No. Dr. Pokhrel sees patients at CION Kukatpally and CION L.B. Nagar. You can still call the same helpline that serves Ameerpet, and the care team books the consultation at whichever of the two suits your family. Follow-up care may be possible at Ameerpet.
2What are Dr. Pokhrel's qualifications?
He holds an MBBS and an MD in Immunohaematology and Blood Transfusion, and a Fellowship in Clinical Haematology from CMC Vellore. His work is focused on blood cancers and blood disorders, which is why CION routes leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma to him.
3My family doctor found a low platelet count. Is that cancer?
Usually it is not. Viral fevers, some medicines and other conditions lower platelets too. A haematologist looks at the full count, the smear and the history before deciding whether further tests, such as a bone marrow test, are needed. Bring all your previous reports.
4Can chemotherapy for a blood cancer be given at Ameerpet?
Chemotherapy is given at CION Ameerpet as day-care. Whether your own treatment suits day-care depends on the type of blood cancer and the phase of treatment. Dr. Pokhrel decides this and tells you where each part of your treatment will be given.
5Where is the bone marrow test done?
Your care team tells you where it is done and how to prepare before the day. It is a short procedure with local numbing, and most people go home afterwards. The results take some time, because several lab tests are run on the same sample.
6Do I need a referral letter to book?
No. You can call the helpline or leave your number on this page. A note from the doctor who ordered the blood test helps, but it is not required. What matters most is every blood report you have, old and new, so the haematologist can see the trend.
7Does CION help with insurance for haematology care?
CION's team helps with cashless insurance and gives you a written estimate before you start. Bring your insurance card and policy papers to the first visit. If you are covered by an employer or government scheme, mention it when you call so the team can check.
8Can I bring the reports without the patient first?
Yes. Many families begin with a conversation about the reports, especially when the patient is unwell. The haematologist will need to see the patient before treatment is planned, but a lot can be explained to the family first, including which tests come next.
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