Dr. Benjamin George, MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
340 Exempla Cir Lafayette CO, 80026About
Dr. Benjamin George is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Lafayette, CO. Dr. George specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all adult cancers including beast cancer, colon cancers, lung cancers, prostate cancers, melanoma, women's cancers along with gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. George also evaluates and treats blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. George is the principal investigator on several clinical trials. Dr. George cares for his patients in a kind, compassionate and empathetic manner that treats his patients as family.
Education and Training
Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College MD
Board Certification
Hematology (Internal Medicine)
Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine)
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Dr. Benjamin George, MD's Expert Contributions
Iron based anemia vs something else?
It depends on what your iron levels and ferritin are and what symptoms you have. Yes, hgb can be higher at higher altitudes initially. Other issued that can affect hgb include kidney issues, infections, bone marrow issues, medications, but the list is quite long. It's hard to say without more information. READ MORE
What anesthesia is used for bone marrow biopsy?
Usually the interventional radiologist uses conscious sedation for pain medication. That can include fentanyl and versed, but it may vary depending on the provider doing the procedure and the patient's medical issues and pain tolerance. READ MORE
Low WBC?
Without any symptoms, it could be normal, but I usually track and trend the abc to make sure it is stable and also make sure the other parts of the cbc are normal. In addition, I usually rule out nutritional deficiencies and infections or medications as other potential causes of low wbc. READ MORE
When do you need a blood transfusion?
If you are having persistent symptoms such as severe fatigue or lightheadedness or dizziness, or if there are heart or lung issues causing shortness of breath or chest pain or low oxygen levels. READ MORE
Are blood disorders with you long term?
It depends on the blood disorder and the cause. If you have iron deficiency from heavy menstrual bleeding, this often improves as you get older. If you have a hereditary or genetic condition, then yes, that would be there long term. READ MORE
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- ASCO
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