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Dr. Jennifer Han, MD is a pediatric oncologist in Indianapolis, IN specializing in pediatric hematology/oncology. She graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2015 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Jennifer Han, MD is affiliated with Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health, IUHealth Saxony Hospital, IU Health North Hospital, IU Health Methodist, Indiana University (IU) Health, Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (IHTC), Indiana University Health Morgan Hospital, Indiana University Health Riley Children's Hospital, St. Vincent Heart Center, St. Vincent Hospital, Carmel, St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana University Health North, Peyton Manning Children's Hospital, St. Vincent Hospital, Fishers, Independent Physicians, IU Health University and St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital.
8326 Naab Road
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Hemophilia
Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder in which blood cannot clot normally. After an injury, people who have hemophilia bleed longer because they lack certain blood proteins that are responsible for clotting, called clotting factors. Some hemophiliacs are mildly deficient in this protein, so they bleed only when injured or after surgery. Those who are severely deficient, however, may experience symptoms of spontaneous bleeding, including the following:
Most people with hemophilia have a family history of the disorder, though about 30% do not. The most common forms are hemophilia A (classic hemophilia) and hemophilia B (Christmas disease). Hemophilia A and B share certain characteristics, but different genes are involved. Acquired hemophilia is very rare and has been linked to autoimmune conditions, cancer, and multiple sclerosis.
Hemophilia may be diagnosed using a blood test. If there is family history of the disorder, testing may be done prenatally. Treatment involves regular intravenous replacement of clotting factors, which may be produced in a laboratory (recombinant) or come from blood donors. For people with milder forms of the disease, a hormone called desmopressin may stimulate the body to produce clotting factors. Other drug therapies include medications that help slow the breakdown of blood clots and medications that are applied directly to the wound to promote clotting.
Living with hemophilia can be challenging, but simple things may help prevent excessive bleeding. For example, choosing activities like walking or swimming over contact sports can prevent injuries and strengthen muscles while protecting the joints. Chances for bleeding may also be reduced by making sure that children wear helmets and elbow pads during activities like bicycle rides.
Dr. Jennifer Han, MD graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2015. She completed residency at University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and has a state license in Indiana.
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2015)
Residency: University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Licensed In: Indiana
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Dr. Jennifer Han specializes in pediatric hematology/oncology and practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Han's clinical interests include thrombosis (blood clots), hemophilia, and von willebrand disease. She is professionally affiliated with IUHealth Saxony Hospital, IU Health Methodist, and Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (IHTC). She attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine and subsequently trained at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center for residency. Dr. Han has received the following distinctions: National Hemophilia Foundation | Takeda Clinical Fellowship Grant; American Society of Hematology | Medical Educators Institute Recipient; and Haemophilia Academy Awardee.