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Dr. Mihir A. Shukla, MD is a hematologist in New York, NY specializing in hematology (blood disorders). He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 2019 and has 6 years of experience. Dr. Mihir A. Shukla, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hematology Associates.
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
Platelet Disorders
Platelet disorders are conditions caused by abnormally low or high levels of platelets in the blood, or by platelets that do not function correctly. Platelets are small blood cells that help stop bleeding by clumping together and forming blood clots, allowing the body to heal.
Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.
Thrombocytosis is a disorder where people have too high of a concentration of platelets. Excess platelets can cause blood to clot in the veins. Blood clots in the veins are particularly dangerous, as they can obstruct blood flow and cause heart attacks and strokes. Thrombocytosis has two forms:
If a doctor suspects a patient has a platelet disorder, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Platelet disorders can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights. Tests measuring prothrombin time (PT), or how long it takes for blood to clot, can also detect dysfunctional platelets. If platelets do not coagulate within a certain time frame, the patient most likely has dysfunctional platelets.
Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.
Patients with high platelet counts are frequently prescribed a daily dose of over-the-counter medication aspirin. Platelet-lowering medications, such as hydroxyurea and Intron A, may reduce the likelihood of blood clot formation. Excess platelets may also be removed from the blood by a procedure called plateletpheresis or platelet reduction apheresis, where blood is drawn, circulated into a centrifuge that separates the blood components, and returned to the body with some platelets extracted. Plateletpheresis is a rare procedure reserved for patients who have severe clotting.
Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Patients with high blood count are advised to drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and to avoid smoking. Many people with platelet disorders can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.
Dr. Mihir A. Shukla, MD graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 2019. He completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine (2019)
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (2022)
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Mihir A. Shukla, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Mihir A. Shukla, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna HMO, Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice, Aetna Medicare, Aetna Indemnity, Local 1199 PPO, HIP EPO, HIP Access II, HIP Access I, MagnaCare PPO, Humana Medicare Advantage, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), BlueCross BlueShield of Florida, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare Indemnity, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Choice, Aetna Open Access HMO, Vytra HMO, TRICARE, Anthem, Aetna PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Aetna Open Access EPO, AARP, WellCare Medicare, WellCare, United Healthcare Medicare, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Guardian, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, HIP Child Health Plus, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, GHI Medicare Supplement, United Healthcare Navigate, Aetna POS, First Health PPO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Great-West Healthcare, Golden Rule, Community Care Network (CCN), Trustmark , Beech Street PPO, Kaiser Permanente, GHI HMO, CIGNA PPO, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), EmblemHealth, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA Indemnity, Medicaid Managed Care, TriWest, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity, US Family Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Railroad Medicare, GEHA, BCBS PPO (NYU Langone Suffolk Employees), BCBS Healthplus Special Needs, BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group, Teamsters Allied Benefits, Apwu Health Plan, Christian Brothers Services, MetroPlusHealth Medicare, Qualcare Inc, Hotel Trades Council, HIP Prime Silver Exchange, Insurance Design Administrators, Health Net of California, Global Excel, Centers Plan For Healthy Living, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 4, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 3, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 2, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 1, MetroPlusHealth Gold, American Plan Administrators, HIP Prime Platinum Exchange, BCBS Local 32BJ Employees, HIP Prime Gold Exchange, AXA Assistance USA, Nippon Life-Aetna, UMR GEHA, Fiserv Health, Mutual of Omaha, UMR, VillageCare, BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO, BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange, Screen Actors Guild, MetroPlusHealth Medplus Plan Exchange, HIP Prime Silver, HIP Prime Bronze Exchange, Partners Health Plan FIDA, Meritain Health, CenterLight Healthcare DIRECT, HIP VIP Medicare Bold, Administrative Concepts, HIP Bridge, Connecticare Bridge, BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY, BCBS EPO (NYU Langone Suffolk Employees), River Spring Medicare HMP SNP, NY Fire Department - WTC, HIP Prime Bronze, Aetna POS (American Express Employer), BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group, AETNA EPO (NYULH Employees), BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage, Connecticare Commercial, MetroPlusHealth Child Health Plus, MetroPlusHealth Essential Plan 3 and 4, Aetna Signature Administrators PPO, HIP Prime Gold, Health Republic of New Jersey, Nippon Life Ins Co, MetroPlusHealth Goldcare, MetroPlusHealth Gold Plus Plan Exchange, MetroPlusHealth Essential Plan 1 and 2, HIP VIP Medicare Prime, New York Hotel Trades, HIP Prime Basic Exchange, Global Health, HIP Prime Platinum, Partners Health Plan Medicare, Nippon Life of America-Aetna, World Trade Center - Sedgwick, NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan, US Life Insurance Company, BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group, Oxford Health Plans Liberty, Wlny-TV Inc., CenterLight Healthcare PACE, Aetna International, Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP, Medicare Part A and B, MetroPlusHealth Bronze Plus Plan Exchange, MVP Preferred EPO, MVP Select Care Inc., BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), BCBS Out of State or Region, Aetna Meritain Health, BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO, IUOE Local 14-14B, Chesterfield Resources Inc, HIP Medicare Supplement, Diversified Administration Corporation, VNS NY Choice Select Health, WellNet, Aetna Student Plan, Bind Benefits inc, BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), Centerlight Pace Medicare HMO, HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange, Allied, MetroPlusHealth Platinum Plus Plan Exchange, Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual, Aetna Medicare Value Select HMO, Qualcare Direct, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Professional Benefit Admin, MetroPlusHealth Silver Plus Plan Exchange, BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group, Wellfleet-NYU Student, Starmark, AETNA EPO (Sunset Park Employees), BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group, WTC Health Program, CenterLight Healthcare Select and BCBS Federal Program.
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Dr. Mihir Shukla is a physician who specializes in hematology (blood disorders). He can take several insurance carriers, including Aetna Medicare, 1199SEIU, and Aetna. Dr. Shukla is affiliated with NYU Langone Health.
