Summary

Dr. Adetola Kassim is a hematologist and oncologist who also specializes in transplant surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Lagos College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals in 1992, followed by additional residency work at North General Hospital and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Kassim pursued fellowship training in hematology and oncology at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, completing his advanced training in 1999. With 38 years of experience in medicine, he holds board certifications in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He speaks English.

Dr. Kassim practices at several prestigious Nashville institutions, including Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville VA Medical Center, Nashville General Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. His clinical expertise focuses on treating complex blood disorders such as sickle cell disease and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. He frequently performs intravenous therapy and manages patients requiring specialized infusion treatments through dedicated infusion clinics. Patients rate Dr. Kassim 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System
  • 11 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Vanderbilt Hematology Clinic

1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3903Nashville, TN 37232
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.6 
38 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TN
Med School: University Lagos Med School: Kuban State Medical University Med School: Phramongkutklao Medical College
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Medical Specialties

Adetola Adamo Kassim has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Adetola Adamo Kassim has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow and Lymphatic Tissue Cancer (Hematologic Neoplasm)
  • Bone Marrow Transplantation
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastasis
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncology
  • Organ Transplantation
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Transplantation

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Adetola Adamo Kassim holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1997 and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1999.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System in 1999 and (Hematology/Oncology), MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER/ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, BRONX, NY in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at North General Hospital, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 1997, Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals in 1995, Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals in 1992, and North General Hospital in 1992.

Medical School

Graduated from University Lagos and University of Lagos / College of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Adetola Adamo Kassim's NPI number is 1730295742.

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Adetola Adamo Kassim's office is located at 1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3903, Nashville, TN, 37232.
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