Our services
Haematology care, explained clearly and kindly
Dr Thomas Erblich offers consultant-led diagnosis and treatment for disorders of the blood and lymphatic system at The Blackheath Hospital. Whether you are here for yourself or someone you love, choose a service below to see what it involves and what to expect.
Consultations
Starting and continuing your care
Time to talk things through, review your results and agree the right next steps together.
Initial consultation
A thorough first appointment to understand your history, discuss any symptoms and arrange the right tests, with plenty of space for your questions.
Read about initial consultationsFollow-up consultation
A return appointment to review progress, go over new results and adjust your plan as things change.
Read about follow-upsResults report without consultation
A written summary of your results from Dr Erblich when a full appointment isn't needed, so you always know where things stand.
Read about results reportsTests and diagnosis
Getting to a clear answer
Careful, consultant-led testing to find out what's happening and guide the right treatment, with your comfort always in mind.
Blood film microscopy
A detailed consultant review of your blood sample under the microscope, often an important first step in understanding a blood condition.
Read about blood film microscopyBone marrow aspirate and trephine biopsy
For patients who need a more detailed examination of the bone marrow. Performed under local anaesthetic, or under IV sedation for maximum comfort.
Read about bone marrow biopsyTreatments
Treatment, planned around you
Straightforward treatments for iron and blood-count problems, each started only after Dr Erblich has confirmed it is right for you.
Intravenous iron infusion
A quick, uncomplicated way to replenish your iron stores. A consultation comes first, so we can make sure an infusion is the right treatment for you before it is arranged.
Blood transfusion
Transfusion when your blood counts need restoring, planned and supervised by Dr Erblich so you know exactly what to expect.
Read about blood transfusionVenesection (blood letting)
Carefully controlled removal of blood to treat iron overload and certain other blood conditions, with regular monitoring.
Read about venesectionBlood and lymphatic cancers
Immunotherapy, chemotherapy and targeted cancer therapy
For patients diagnosed with a blood or lymphatic cancer, Dr Erblich provides ongoing care and supervision throughout treatment and beyond, so you and your family always have a consultant who knows your case.
Read about cancer treatment- Review of your health and blood results before each stage of treatment
- Clinical supervision and careful planning of treatment delivery
- Prompt acute oncology advice if problems arise
- Continued follow-up once treatment has finished
Second opinions
Second opinion consultations
For peace of mind about a diagnosis or treatment plan, for blood cancers and non-malignant blood conditions alike. Different packages are available for self-paying patients, depending on what you need.
Read about second opinionsPlease contact us before booking
A quick conversation first lets us recommend the right package and explain what records or results to send ahead of your appointment.
Contact the practiceArrange your appointment with Dr Erblich
Book online through Circle Health Group, or email the practice first if you have a question or are not sure which appointment you need.