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Fermina M. Mazzella, MD
PathologistAbout Dr. Mazzella
Dr. Mazzella is a pathologist at HSS specializing in hematology / hematopathology, blood bank / transfusion medicine, and all aspects of laboratory medicine. Her practice includes clinical service, laboratory management and advancement of the department through the development of esoteric testing.
Special Expertise
Blood bank / Transfusion medicine
Hematology / Hematopathology
Laboratory medicine
Procedures
Interpretation of surgical pathology specimens
Laboratory medicine
Insurance
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Credentials
Appointments
Chief Clinical Pathologist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Director of Transfusion Services for the Blood Bank, Hospital for Special Surgery
Affiliations
College of American Pathologists
International Clinical Cytometry Society
International Society for Laboratory Hematology
International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis
Certifications
Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, 1997
Hematology, 2006 (recertified 2016)
Six Sigma Black Belt, 2013
Education
Medical: Ross University School of Medicine, 1988
Residency: Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, Danbury Hospital, 1996
Fellowship: Hematology, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, 1998
State Licensure
New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Pennsylvania, Georgia
Languages
EnglishFor My Patients
Publications by Dr. Mazzella
Patient Education
Selected Journal Articles
Research
Most of Dr. Mazzella's research has involved clinical hematology and the use of molecular tests to diagnose hematologic malignancy and infection.
Clinical Trials / Research Studies
Industry Relationships
HSS has a long history of supporting appropriate relationships with industry because they advance HSS's mission to provide the highest quality patient care, improve patient mobility, and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, and their related disciplines through research and education.
As of July 1, 2023, Dr. Mazzella reported no relationships with the healthcare industry.
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