Summary

Dr. Craig Kessler specializes in hematology and oncology, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University of Louisiana and completed his fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1978. His residency training includes programs at both Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Ochsner Medical Center, with his Ochsner residency completed in 1976. Dr. Kessler holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kessler practices at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, where he focuses on treating complex blood disorders. He has extensive experience managing hemophilia and Factor V Leiden, a genetic condition that increases blood clotting risk. His expertise also includes caring for patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms, which are blood cancers affecting bone marrow. Patients appreciate his thorough approach to diagnosis, utilizing comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and chemistry panels. He maintains an average patient rating of 4.2 on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to quality care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 53 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Rd. NWWashington, DC 20007

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4.2 
53 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Washington , DCWashington , DCWashington , DCBethesda , MD
Med School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Martin Kessler

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • EHP Significa
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig Martin Kessler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Craig Martin Kessler has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Johns Hopkins Hospital1978

Residency

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Ochsner Medical Center
Ochsner Medical Center1976

Medical School

Tulane University of Louisiana --Graduated in 1973
Tulane Univ School of MedicineGraduated in 1973

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Craig Kessler accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Kessler affiliated with?
Dr. Craig Kessler is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Craig Kessler speak?
Dr. Craig Kessler speaks English.
Where is Dr. Craig Kessler's office located?
Dr. Craig Kessler's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC, 20007.
Does Dr. Craig Kessler accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Craig Kessler accepts on their Vitals profile.

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