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Sharl S Azar

Sharl S Azar, MD

Medical OncologyHematology

Mass General Brigham

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Male

About Sharl S Azar

Dr. Sharl Azar is a hematologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School and the medical director of the Comprehensive Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Center. He received his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University where he also completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in hematology and medical oncology while also serving as Chief Fellow. He went on to complete an advanced fellowship in hemostasis and thrombosis at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Azar is passionate about the care of patients with Sickle Cell Disease, Thalassemia, and other hemoglobin disorders. His work focuses on improving systems of care and political advocacy for patients living with sickle cell disease to build a true medical home while combatting inequities in health care. He also sees patients with bleeding and clotting disorders, disorders red cell and platelet function, and hemolysis.

Follow Dr. Azar on Twitter: @TheSickleDoc

Locations

  1. Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Center at Boston
    • 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 7th Floor, Suite 7b, Boston, MA 02114
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  2. Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute Center for Hematology at Boston
    • 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 7th Floor, Suite 7b, Boston, MA 02114
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: UC San Diego School of Medicine, Hemostasis/Thrombosis, 2020
  • Fellowship: Oregon Health and Sciences University Hospital, Hematology/Oncology, 2016
  • Residency: Oregon Health and Sciences University Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2013
  • Medical Education: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, 2010

Board Certifications

  • Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019

Insurance

Search plans
  • 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 ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense
  • WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

87 ratings, 38 reviews

The 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.

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  • Reviewed on 5/25/2026

    There aren't words to express Dr Azar's wonderful qualities, starting with his ability to look deeply into his patient's concerns to his never ending patience and collaborative approach to treating his patients. He earns one's trust, and exhibits knowledge and empathy!

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2026

    Dr. Azar is amazing. He's wonderful. He's such a great doctor. He's caring. He pays attention, asks you the right questions, you know, pay your attention to things that you wouldn't normally think of. And he's great. He listens. You feel careful and he's such an advocate, like, especially when you are hospitalized and the other doctors are not maybe listening to you when you call to him and let him know what's going on. He usually takes care of it. As recently, I was having some issues with my cardiologist not responding. He actually sent him a note directly himself. So that's the kind of care Dr. Azad provides. I love him and I would recommend him to any SQL cell patient I know. I think he's the best doctor out there. He deserves every penny he gets paid.

  • Reviewed on 5/16/2026

    Dr. Azar is truly an incredible doctor. Since transferring to MGH, the level of care, compassion, and support I have received from him and his team has been life changing. He is not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also genuinely passionate about helping his patients and making them feel heard and cared for. Every interaction has been met with kindness, patience, and understanding, and that has made such a meaningful difference in my experience. His team is also amazing, supportive, attentive, and compassionate every step of the way. I am beyond grateful for everything Dr. Azar and his team have done for me. My appreciation for their dedication and care is truly endless.

  • Reviewed on 4/28/2026

    Listened carefully and was very thorough

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2026

    Dr. Azar is terrific.

  • Reviewed on 4/22/2026

    Dr. Sharl Azar is the best hematologist in the whole world. I want to move to another state, but I can't because I don't think anybody else would take care of me as he would. He is awesome. Awesome, awesome, awesome.

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    Very personal and I enjoy visiting with him because I don't feel nervous and it's a joy to see him because he brought me back to health so good.

  • Reviewed on 4/4/2026

    Excellent knowledge about sickle cell anemia and I didn't meet with more information that than I knew I could have.

  • Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    Simply the best.

  • Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Very prepared reading my records before i had appointment since i never met him before

  • Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    He's just the best. He listens, takes the time to answer questions and it's obvious he cares deeply about his patients.

  • Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Dr. Azar is absolute the best provider I have. I am so lucky to be under his care. He is always able to explain everything to me with patience, and is always able to make me feel at ease when I am anxious about something. He's just simply the best! Thank you, Dr.Azar!

  • Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    It's was a good time

  • Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    Dt Azar was an excellent educator and told me a lot about the various markers in my blood work in the past that were reassuring and the things he will look at in the next sample which may explain my intermittent anemia . He is a personable physician and easy to talk with

  • Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    Dr. Azar is absolutely the best always listens and explains everything in a way I understand

  • Reviewed on 3/2/2026

    Dr Azar is arguably, my favorite physician (and I have a lot). He's pleasant, easy to talk to, listens, provides answers in a way that you can understand. He is truly an asset to MGH.

  • Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Best physician I have ever been to. Awesome bedside manner

  • Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    Informative knowledgeable considerate doctor. He answered many un asked questions

  • Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Amazing. Highly recommended.

  • Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Great and professional environment

  • Reviewed on 2/5/2026

    He is very detailed in his description of my condition

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    he's the best

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Very helpful, informative, kind,and respectful of me and my health

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Azar is absolutely wonderful. He listens to everything I say and he's so caring and just makes me feel completely at ease.

  • Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr Azar is a great doctor. He always explains my labs to me so I can understand

  • Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    I feel extremely lucky for being Dr. Azar's patient. He is respectful, friendly, approachable, on top of being extremely knowledgeable as a scientist and doctor.

  • Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Dr Azar is very approachable and so kind.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    I am very confident in his ability to manage my care.

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    The provider was well prepared, clearly explained future treatments, and respected my views and questions.

  • Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr Azar is the most patient and easy doctor to talk to .... he explains everything... I feel he is truly listening and cares ... he is the BEST doctor I have ever met !

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    At my appointment with Dr. Azar, he went through my situation extremely throughly and explained everything to me so that it was easily understood. I was very impressed and would highly recommend Dr. Azar to anyone. I've seen a lot of doctors in the past few years and Dr. Azar is tops!

  • Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Using the history of my test results, Dr. Azar provided cogent, realistic plan options going forward. His positive guidance and advice reinforced my hopes for a successful outcome.

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr Azar answered and explained in detail all of my questions. He explained why he was not concerned about blood clots and what would be concerning. We also discussed in detail what medications could interfere with my clots. He also took time with my husband to explain what his recent test results showed.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Doctor was extremely caring, explained diagnosis and meds to be taken. He was extremely patient and answered all my questions in detail. I am very thankful for the excellent care I received.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Everyone very professional. Happy

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr Azar is wonderful and smart and has a great way with patients. I am glad he is my doctor!!

  • Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr. Azar a very good doctor. He listens to me and is concerned about my medical situation.