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Dr. Appalanaidu Sasapu, MD

Speciality: Hematology and Oncology
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About Dr. Appalanaidu Sasapu, MD

Dr. Appalanaidu Naidu Sasapu is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist based in Little Rock, Arkansas, with over 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in the treatment of hematologic malignancies, including leukemia and lymphoma, as well as solid tumors such as lung cancer.

He earned his medical degree from Andhra Medical College, India, and completed his residency training followed by a fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology in the United States. Dr. Sasapu is affiliated with UAMS Medical Center, where he is involved in both patient care and academic medicine.

Known for his clinical expertise and patient-centered approach, he is committed to delivering evidence-based oncology care and improving patient outcomes.

Professional Experience

CARTI Cancer Center
Medical Oncologist/Hematologist · Little Rock, AR
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Promoted to Associate Professor) · Little Rock, AR

Education & Training

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Fellowship Hematology/Oncology · Little Rock, AR, USA
LSU Health Sciences Center
Residency Internal Medicine & Pediatrics · New Orleans, LA, USA
Andhra Medical College King George Hospital
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) · Visakhapatnam, AP, India

Research & Publications

A Case of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma Presenting in Leukemic Phase
Authors: Ravilla R, Sasapu A, Ramos JM, Arnaoutakis K
J Blood Disord Transfus
A Case of Treatment Related Avascular Necrosis in a Young Patient with Testicular Cancer
Authors: Sasapu A, Arnaoutakis K, Pandey T
Archives of Medicine
An unusual case of gastric cancer with bone marrow metastases and embolic phenomena as initial presentation
Authors: Kaur H, Sasapu A, Ramos JM, Govindarajan R
J Gastrointest Cancer
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma of the colon
Authors: Rao A, Sasapu A, Shahanawaz J, Laryea J, Makhoul I
J Ark Med Soc
Spectrum of Cerebrovascular Disease in Patients with Multiple Myeloma Undergoing Chemotherapy—Results of a Case Control Study
Authors: Hinduja A, Limaye K, Ravilla R, Sasapu A, Papanikolaou X, Wei L et al.
PLoS ONE
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia with Translocation (2;14)(p16;q32): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors: Socola F, Insuasti-Beltran G, Henrich Lobo R, Atrash S, Sasapu A
Case Reports in Oncological Medicine
Addressing Opioid-Associated Constipation Using Quality Oncology Practice Initiative Scores and Plan-Do-Study-Act Cycles
Authors: Kaur V, Haider S, Sasapu A, Mehta P, Arnaoutakis K, Makhoul I
J Oncol Pract
A case of disseminated cryptococcosis with skin manifestations in a patient with newly diagnosed HIV
Authors: Zacharia A, Khan MF, Hull AE, Sasapu A, Leroy MA, Maffei JT, Shakashiro A, Lopez FA
J La State Med Soc
A 16-year-old African American girl with necrotizing lymphadenitis
Authors: Sasapu A, Gedalia A, Casperson JB, Craver R, Gedalia A
Clin Pediatr
27-year-old Asian man presenting with chronic nocturnal cough
Authors: Sasapu A, Mani S, Lo B, Kumar P, Lopez F
J La State Med Soc
A case of ACTH secreting large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma (LCNEC) of bronchus
Authors: Sasapu A, Thayalakulasingam T, Zieske A, Smith D, Lopez F, Boulmay B
Oncol. Gastroenterol. Hepatol. Reports
Prolonged and Persistent Hip Pain: Report on Two Children
Authors: Sasapu A, Casperson JB, Arcement CM, Gedalia A
Clin Pediatr

Certifications / Awards / Recognitions

“Excellence in Teaching Award”
UAMS Hematology Oncology Fellowship Program
FACP Fellow in the American College of Physicians via special track
American College of Physicians
Recipient of the “Academic Excellence Award”
American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), from Governor Asa Hutchinson
Certificate of Appreciation
Physician Assistant School