David Hermel, MD, is a hematologist and medical oncologist who specializes in malignant hematology. Dr. Hermel has an interest in the use of novel therapies, such as cellular immunotherapy and bone marrow transplantation, for the treatment of blood and immune system disorders. As a member of the Scripps Blood and Marrow Transplant Program, he works with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to provide hematopoietic stem cell transplantation to his patients.
Dr. Hermel’s clinical practice is focused on the treatment of blood cancers, such as acute and chronic leukemias, multiple myeloma, Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas, as well as myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative syndromes. He is deeply committed to providing his patients with the most comprehensive and up-to-date care possible and partnering with them to facilitate individualized treatment plans. He is passionate about fostering compassionate care and clear communication, so his patients feel informed, supported and empowered.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Hermel is an active clinical researcher. He is the recipient of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Postgraduate Research Award and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and abstracts in prestigious medical journals and society meetings. As both a principal investigator and sub-investigator, he leads ongoing clinical trials evaluating novel therapies and combination treatment strategies for multiple myeloma, lymphoma and acute leukemia.
His clinical research work has highlighted predictors of severity outcomes among hospitalized COVID-19 patients with cancer, new immunosuppressive treatment options for aplastic anemia and less toxic treatment regimens for patients with hairy cell leukemia. In addition, his columns on a wide range of important oncology-focused topics have appeared in well-respected scientific outlets.
Dr. Hermel currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Department of Medicine at Scripps Green Hospital. He has served on the American Society of Hematology Communications Committee and the American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Committee on Education. Dr. Hermel is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at Scripps Clinic, where he is actively involved in teaching and mentoring residents and fellows. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and four children.
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