Hanny Toban Al-Samkari, MD
Hematology OncologyInternal MedicineMedical Oncology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Hanny Toban Al-Samkari
Dr. Hanny Al-Samkari is the Peggy S. Blitz Endowed Chair in Hematology/Oncology at the Massachusetts General Hospital and an Associate Professor of Medicine Harvard Medical School. He is a classical hematologist and NIH-funded clinical investigator and serves as the Co-Director of the MGH Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Center of Excellence. His clinical and research interests are in hemostasis, thrombosis and hemolysis, with focuses in HHT, immune thrombocytopenia, and hemolytic anemias. Additionally, Dr. Al-Samkari cares for patients with hematologic complications of cancer, including chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia. As a clinical investigator, Dr. Al-Samkari is an internationally recognized expert in the clinical development of novel therapeutics for these disorders, and serves as the principal investigator for many clinical trials, allowing him to offer new and promising treatment options to patients with these disorders.
Dr. Al-Samkari received his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, completed his residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (where he also served as Chief Medical Resident), and completed his fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute-Massachusetts General Hospital combined program.
In his role as Co-Director of the MGH Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia Center of Excellence, Dr. Al-Samkari cares for several hundred patients with HHT and has clinics dedicated to the care of patients with HHT. Patients with HHT seeking care at our internationally recognized center are encouraged to schedule an appointment with Dr. Al-Samkari.
Locations
- Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute Center for Hematology at Boston
- 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 7th Floor, Suite 7b, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-724-4000
- fax: 617-724-6801
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Hematology and Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Massachusetts General Hospital, 2018
- Fellowship: Dana Farber Cancer Institute*, Hematology/Oncology, 2018
- Internship: University of Penn Hospital, Internal Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2015
- Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Internal Medicine, 2014
- Medical Education: Washington University, 2011
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
- WellSense NH
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
67 ratings, 24 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/25/2026
He's great, very thoughtful, very responsive and caring and trying to make sure I get what I need and really, really always appreciate his help.
- Reviewed on 2/23/2026
Most grateful for the deep care, concern and support I receive from Dr. Al-Samkari, always so present, understanding and validating!
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
He is easy to talk to and explains everything in detail and easy to understand. He makes you feel like you are his only patient and you never feel rushed.
- Reviewed on 1/26/2026
Excellent visit. I was very happy with the injection protocol to raise my platelets.
- Reviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr. Al-Samkari and his team are always very courteous and conscious of my needs and explaining what is happening throughout the day.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
Took the time to explain each of the drug trials in depth. Set up a follow up date for our next meeting and what to expect at that time.
- Reviewed on 11/23/2025
Everybody was friendly and attentive to me. They listen to me and made appropriate adjustments
- Reviewed on 11/11/2025
He just gives you the time you need. I have never once felt rushed in any of my appointments. I'm so grateful to have been referred to him.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr. Al-Samkari is excellent. Very pleased with my care.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
He is ready to share with all information which he has, but no cure yet for HHT yet.
- Reviewed on 10/19/2025
He is one of the Best people that I have ever know.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr. Al-Samkari is very knowledgeable, and I appreciated his insights into my specific condition.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
It was finally nice to talk to Dr Hanny about my situation. It was nice to have a Dr that totally understood my med issues and found a flaw in my treatments here just in a video chat. I wish I was able to live back in Massachusetts because I believe he is the best Dr. and he is exactly who I need.
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr Hanny Al- Samkari is amazing!
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Doctor was easy to talk with.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
Quite friendly
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
He was information and pleasant
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
Everything was very smooth, All staff were extremely respectful and professional . Thanks for everything.
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
I was very impressed with how much time the Dr took to ask me about my situation. He was very kind and put me at ease. Very glad he is my new hemotologist. Feel I am in good hands
- Reviewed on 7/15/2025
While the Dr. was 45 minutes late for the appointment, it was worth the wait. He knew a great deal about the condition I have and prescribed medication that has already addressed several chronic problems. I am looking forward to being in his care.
- Reviewed on 7/6/2025
He was at home on a sick day and still held our virtual appointment instead of canceling. He Gave us choices about treatment but gave his opinion on the best option without pressure.
- Reviewed on 7/6/2025
The Dr is very kind, knowledgeable, and able to explain things to me in a way I understand.
- Reviewed on 5/25/2025
Dr. Al-Samkari(?sp) is absolutely amazing. He is so smart and kind. He honestly makes my day when I see him!
- Reviewed on 5/3/2025
Doctor Samkari is awesome. He has saved my life and am so lucky I found him