Department of Haematology
Haematologists in Karachi for Blood and Bone Marrow Disorders
The Department of Haematology specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing benign and malignant blood and bone marrow disorders. Our haematology doctors combine accurate laboratory diagnostics with specialized clinical care, to provide patient-centred and innovative therapeutic approaches to treat blood disorders.
Haematology department at Liaquat National Hospital, strives to be a centre of excellence in patient care. We aim to excel in laboratory diagnostics, education, and research. Our Haematologists in Karachi provide comprehensive care for blood disorders and conditions, including anaemia, thalassemia, bleeding and coagulation disorders, platelet disorders, bone marrow disorders and blood cancers. We also provide specialized diagnostic investigations, day-care, clinical and inpatient services, blood transfusion support, education and research.
Why Choose LNH for Haematology Care?
- Experienced Faculty and Haematologists
- Comprehensive Clinical and Laboratory Services
- Evidence-Based Patient Care
- High Standards of Quality Assurance
- Timely and Accurate Reporting & Consultation
Haematology Services at LNH
Our blood specialist doctors offer comprehensive haematology care for a wide range of blood and bone marrow disorders from diagnosis to treatment under one roof.
Clinical Haematology Services
The LNH haematology department provides comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care for a wide range of haematological conditions, 6 days a week.
Outpatient Services
Our haematologists assess, diagnose, plan treatment, and provide long-term follow-up for patients with both benign and malignant conditions, including:
- Anaemias and red cell disorders
- Thalassemia and haemoglobinopathies
- Bleeding disorders
- Platelet disorders
- Thrombotic disorders
- Bone marrow failure syndromes
- Myelodysplastic syndromes
- Myeloproliferative neoplasms
- Leukemias
- Lymphomas
- Plasma cell disorders including multiple myeloma
- others
Inpatient Services
Comprehensive inpatient facilities include specialized management and monitoring of complex haematological disorders through:
- Diagnosis and management of haematological malignancies
- Management of severe anaemias and cytopenias
- Care of patients with bleeding and thrombotic disorders
- Transfusion support and monitoring
- Diagnostic workup of complex haematological diseases
- Multidisciplinary patient care to deliver holistic care across emergency and ICU settings.
Blood Transfusion Support – A Day-care Service
The dedicated team of haematologists at Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi, provides day-care services for patients requiring blood component transfusion on short-term stay for thalassemia, other chronic haematological conditions and chemotherapy etc. Our team ensures safe transfusion practices, careful monitoring, and comprehensive patient care in a dedicated day-care setting.
Quality, Accuracy & Patient Safety
Our haematology doctors ensure patient safety across all diagnostic and clinical services. LNH’s haematology laboratory operates under a comprehensive quality management system while following internationally recognized standards to ensure reliable and reproducible results.
- ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System
- Participation in External Quality Assurance (EQA) and Proficiency Testing Schemes
- Standardized Operating Procedures and Quality Monitoring
- Regular Internal Audits and Continuous Quality Improvement
- Ongoing Staff Training and Competency Assessment
Education & Training
The department of Haematology at Liaquat National Hospital offers an accredited postgraduate training program for FCPS, recognized by College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) to train the next generation of haematologists.
Our specialists actively conduct undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, residency training, continuing medical education (CME), and research activities for advanced management of haematological diseases. Moreover, it regularly organizes scientific meetings and case discussions for healthcare community awareness initiatives, including observance of World Thalassemia Day and other haematology-related awareness events.
Frequently Asked Questions
A haematologist diagnoses and treats several blood and bone marrow disorders and conditions, such as bone marrow and lymphoid disorders, anaemia disorders, clotting & bleeding Issues, platelet disorders, and blood cancers etc.
You should consult a haematologist if you have abnormal routine blood test results like low haemoglobin, abnormal white blood cell counts, or low platelets. Persistent Unexplained fatigue, frequent unexplainable bruising or bleeding, swollen lymph nodes, or a family history of blood disorders also indicates the need for a haematologist.
A referral from a general physician or medical specialist is helpful if you have prior blood reports (such as a CBC or Peripheral Blood Film). However, you can also directly book an appointment with our haematology clinic.
It is important to bring your recent complete blood counts (CBC), previous laboratory test reports, list of current medications, and any prior medical discharge summaries or referral letters for the appointment.
Yes. The comprehensive management service for transfusion-dependent thalassemia and other forms of anemia is available at Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi.
Benign haematology focuses on non-cancerous blood conditions, such as iron-deficiency anaemia, thalassaemia, platelet disorders, and blood clots. Malignant hematology specializes in diagnosing and managing blood cancer, including leukaemias, lymphomas, and myelomas.
A low blood count can indicate numerous problems, such as:
- Low red blood cells/ haemoglobin may cause tiredness and pale skin as the body does not get enough oxygen
- Low white cells may increase vulnerability or chances of infections and illnesses.
- Low platelets increase the chances of bruising or bleeding.
Yes. A haematologist can find the underlying cause and provide appropriate treatment for a low blood count. Causes may include poor diet, liver disease, the use of certain drugs or medications, or an underlying medical condition that a haematology doctor can treat.
Yes. Anaemia reflects low haemoglobin level which limits the oxygen delivered to the tissues of body. This can cause dizziness, light-headedness. The severity of symptoms depends upon the causes and degree of anaemia which can be diagnosed and treated here.
Yes. The highly skilled team of blood specialists and haematologists at Liaquat National Hospital provides advanced diagnosis and comprehensive treatment for all types of blood cancer.
Faculty
Contact Information
Book an Appointment with a Haematologist in Karachi.
For appointments and further details, please contact us at 021-34413010, 021-34413011, 021-34413012, 021-34413036, or 021-34412576 between 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Monday to Saturday.
Haematology OPD: 021-34412716
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