Dr. Swapna Thota, MD

Media Releases

Get to know Hematologist Dr. Swapna Thota, who serves patients in Buffalo, New York.

Dr. Thota is a highly-trained hematologist specializing in acute leukemias, myeloproliferative neoplasms, myelodysplastic syndrome, aplastic anemia/PNH, and acquired bone marrow failure conditions. She joined the staff at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, New York in 2017.

Founded in 1898 as the nation’s first cancer center, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center set the standard for today’s multidisciplinary approach to the highest quality cancer care. Their mission is “to eliminate cancer’s grip on humanity by unlocking its secrets through personalized approaches and unleashing the healing power of hope.”

Alongside her clinical role at Roswell Park, Dr. Thota serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo.

In order to stay up to date in her field, she remains a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology, and the American College of Physicians.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Thota earned her medical degree from Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, India in 2010. She then went on to complete her residency in internal medicine at Fairview Hospital, followed by her fellowship in experimental therapeutic / hematology & oncology at Cleveland Clinic’s Taussig Cancer Institute.

Following her education, the doctor became board-certified in internal medicine, hematology, and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine, which is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

“In terms of my research, as a clinical investigator trained with a specific focus in hematologic malignancies, I am interested in novel drug development to improve outcomes in patients with blood cancers. Specifically, I investigate biomarker-driven or modern targeted therapies for treating hematologic malignancies. I hope to translate novel findings from the lab to the patients by conducting early phase clinical trials.” as stated by Dr. Thota. 

Hematology is the branch of medicine concerned with the study of the cause, prognosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders related to blood. Hematologists are doctors who specialize in blood, blood-making organs, and blood disorders.

Recommended Articles

• Enuresis in Adults

  What is enuresis in adults?Enuresis is the medical term for bedwetting, which is an issue most often seen in young children. However, certain adults also face this problem. In adults, it often becomes harder to talk about something, which is considered as a childhood problem. However, it is...

• What Are Roundworms?

  What are roundworms?Roundworms are a type of parasitic worms that infect the human intestine. Roundworms may vary and size and have a characteristic long, round body. These parasitic worms can cause a number of health problems in humans. They can enter the human body through the mouth and direct...

• What Could Pain on Top of the Foot Mean?

  The foot comprises flexible structures of soft tissues, muscles, joints, and bones that enable us to stand, walk, and perform other daily movements. However, certain injuries and a number of health conditions can impair the balance and movement of the foot, causing pain and other problems.The pain...

• Non-Medical Treatments for High Blood Pressure

  High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a critical condition that should be taken very seriously. If left untreated for a long period of time, it can lead to fatal consequences. Many people who suffer from this condition underestimate its significance and do not follow their doctors' orders. It is...

• Reduce Stress to Control Your Hot Flashes

  A new study revealed that hot flashes and night sweats caused by menopause can be maintained with stress exercises. Women opted for training in mindfulness-based stress reduction were not affected by night sweats and hot flashes. The results of the study published in the journal, Menopause: The...

• Ways to Include More Fiber in Your Diet

  Importance of eating Fibrous FoodsFiber refers to the indigestible shares of plant foods. Eating foods that are high in fiber has several health gains. The digestive benefits of fiber in food are very well known. Yet, fibrous food provides a lot of other benefits for a healthy life. Studies report...