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Dr. Howard Safran, MD

Hematology* Age 62
Dr. Howard Safran, MD
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Dr. Howard Safran, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Providence, RI.
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Dr. Howard Safran, MD

Hematology* Age 62
Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Howard Safran, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Providence, RI.

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Dr. Howard Safran, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Providence, RI and has 37 years experience. They graduated from Boston University. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Newport Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Safran has experience treating conditions like Cholangiocarcinoma, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Safran received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Safran is board certified in Hematology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cholangiocarcinoma
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Hemophilia
Liver Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Peritoneal Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anemia
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Bleeding Disorders
Bone Cancer
Brain Cancer
Coagulation Disorders
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hypothalamus Cancer
Leukocytosis
Lung Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Acute Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Bladder Cancer
Breast Cancer
Carcinoid Syndrome
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Hemochromatosis
Hemophilia A
Hypercoagulable State
Illeum Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Leukocytopenia
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
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Melanoma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancytopenia
Pheochromocytoma
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Prostate Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Thalassemia
Thrombocytosis
Vaginal Cancer
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
von Willebrand Disease
Vulvar Cancer
Vulvovaginal Rhabdomyosarcoma
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Erythropoietin Test

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Locations

  1. 1 Miriam Hospital
    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI 02906
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (844) 222-2881
  2. 2 Rhode Island Hospital
    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 444-4830
  3. 3 Newport Hospital
    11 Friendship St, Newport, RI 02840
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 845-1998
  4. 4 Rhode Island Hospital
    1454 S County Trl, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (844) 222-2881

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4.8
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Feb 16, 2020
He is a wonderful doctor always has a smile and takes the time to explain everything to you he is our hero saved my husbands life a few times by catching the cancer early he will always have a special place in our hearts dont ever change Dr. Safran your the greatest
norman and debra morin — Feb 16, 2020
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Specialties*
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Boston University
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hematology and Medical Oncology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Howard Safran, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Safran's profile.

Dr. Safran frequently treats the following conditions: Cholangiocarcinoma, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Howard Safran, MD is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Newport Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Howard Safran, MD holds board certification in Hematology and Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Newport Hospital

    20 Powell Ave, Newport, RI

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI