
Dr. Maqsood Amjad M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
36 Progress Street B-2 Edison NJ, 08820About
I am a Hematologist and Medical Oncologist practicing in Central Jersey area for almost 2 decades. I am a part of a large private practice, Regional Cancer Care Asdociates (RCCA) in New Jersey. I specialize in the treatment of all types of cancers and blood disorders. I work out of RCCA Somerville, Edison and Hamilton offices. I am currently the Director of Medical Oncology services at RWJBH Cancer Center at Hamilton and Oncology Section Chief at RWJBH Hamilton and Meridian JFK Medical Center. I am a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, Professional Advisory Board–Cancer Support Community of Central Jersey. I understand that a cancer diagnosis is life-changing. I strive to instill hope back into every cancer patient who is beginning a journey that can be scary, painful and uncertain. I want you to have confidence in my caring and successful approach to treat your cancer. I take the time to carefully listen to the physical and emotional feelings you’re experiencing, and address any questions or concerns in a way that makes sense. I explain your complex medical condition in depth and offer solutions in a straightforward manner, delivered with the utmost compassion.
Education and Training
Pakistan
King Edward Medical College University of Punjab; Lahore
Board Certification
Hematology
Oncology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Maqsood Amjad M.D.'s Expert Contributions
What is the course of treatment for leukemia?
Leukemia are of different kinds and they can be acute or chronic. Acute leukemia usually need treatment with chemotherapy right away to achieve remission. An expert needs a lot of information about leukemia in order to provide a detailed opinion. You can reach out to our office or nearby oncologist who deals with hematologist malignancies for a 2nd opinion. READ MORE
What can be done for anemia?
Anemias are of different kinds and need extensive evaluation to decide on the appropriate treatment. You can call our office or a nearby hematologist for evaluation. READ MORE
My hemoglobin level Is very low since I had chemotherapy. What should I do?
Hemoglobin should improve a few months after completion of chemotherapy, if not normal, it should be close to normal. You should discuss with your oncologist to find out any additional causes of anemia especially possibility of damage to bone marrow. READ MORE
High lymphocytes
Need to look at the whole CBC and smear to evaluate. READ MORE
While getting chemo, is it safe to get a flu shot?
Yes READ MORE
Is leukemia curable?
Acute leukemia’s have the potential of cure. Chronic leukemia in general has very effective therapies which can cure or place patient’s in long term remissions. However, at times leukemia’s can be refractory to treatment and fatal. READ MORE
Can continuous anemia be a sign of blood cancer?
Anemia can be a sign of blood cancer. However, there are many other causes of anemia which are in general fixable. READ MORE
Can blood cancer ever be treated?
It has the potential of cure. READ MORE
I keep passing blood in my stools. While doctors have ruled out anything serious, I am worried.
Blood in stools can have different reasons. It can be from hemorrhoids, diverticulosis or bleeding small vessels called AVM or angiodysplasia. Your GI doctors should be able to help you. These conditions are in general not dangerous but may need iron supplementation to keep hemoglobin normal. READ MORE
Can blood cancer be treated naturally?
While a balanced diet is very important for overall health, it’s not curative for any cancers. READ MORE
Do I have leukaemia
Unlikely. A simple test CBC sometimes can evaluate possibility of leukemia. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director, Medical Oncology RWJBH Hamilton Cancer Center 2017 - 2018
Internships
- Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
Fellowships
- University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology
What do you attribute your success to?
- Parents and Family
Hobbies / Sports
- Cricket, Skiing
Dr. Maqsood Amjad M.D.'s Practice location
Regional Cancer Care Associates-RCCA
36 Progress Street B-2 -Edison, NJ 08820Get Direction
RCCA
30 Rehill Ave 2500 -Somerville, NJ 08876Get Direction
RCCA at RWJBH at Hamilton
2575 Klockner Road -Hamilton, NJ 08690Get Direction
Practice At 1314 Park Ave
1314 Park Ave -Plainfield, NJ 07060Get Direction
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