Shakthi Tapasya Bhaskar, MD

Dr. Shakthi Bhaskar is a hematology and oncology specialist who has dedicated a decade to treating patients with blood disorders and cancer. She earned her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health, building a strong foundation in medical science before focusing on these complex specialties. Her expertise spans both hematology, which involves disorders of the blood and blood-forming organs, and oncology, the treatment of various types of cancer. Dr. Bhaskar communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bhaskar practices at the Vanderbilt Hematology Clinic in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with Barnes Jewish Hospital. She specializes in treating serious blood conditions like thrombocytopenia, a disorder where patients have low platelet counts that can affect blood clotting. Her oncology expertise includes caring for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and AIDS-related cancers. Dr. Bhaskar utilizes diagnostic tools such as …complete blood count tests and CT scans to help evaluate and monitor her patients' conditions.