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Frits van Rhee, M.D., Ph.D. Hematologist/Oncologist

Primary Appointment Location

Myeloma Center
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-686-7105
New Patients
501-686-8230
Returning Patients
View Location

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Cancer Care
Myeloma Care
Blood Cancer Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.8 out of 5
330 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
71 comments
Frits van Rhee, M.D., Ph.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Resources
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. van Rhee

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. van Rhee

Clinical Biography

Frits van Rhee, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor of Medicine and Clinical Director of the UAMS Myeloma Center. He earned his medical degree from Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands, and his Ph.D. at the Imperial College of Science, Medicine and Technology, University of London. Dr. van Rhee trained in Internal Medicine and Hematology in the U.K., and in Bone Marrow Transplantation at John Radcliffe University Hospital in Oxford and the Royal Postgraduate Medical School in London. He holds the Charles and Clydene Scharlau Chair for Hematological Malignancies.

Dr. van Rhee is an international expert on Castleman Disease, with one of the largest populations of Castleman Disease patients in the world.  He also is an expert in multiple myeloma and other hematologic malignancies, with a research focus in immunotherapy.

Dr. van Rhee is a member of the International Society for Cellular Therapy, the International Society for Experimental Hematology, the European Group for Bone and Marrow Transplantation, the Royal college of Physicians (U.K.), the Royal College of Pathologists (U.K.), and the American Society of Hematology. He has U.K. board certification in Internal Medicine and Hematology.

Publications

Resources Related to Dr. van Rhee

Dr. Van Rhee on Future Research Directions for CAR T-Cell Therapy in Multiple Myeloma (Video)

A significant question that remains with CAR T-cell therapy in for patients with multiple myeloma is where it fits into the treatment algorithm.

Watch the Video

Dr. van Rhee's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Internal Medicine
Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
John Radcliffe University Hospital
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Fellowship
Hammersmith Hospital
Fellowship
University Hospital
Postgraduate Education
University of London
Doctor of Philosophy
Medical School
Erasmus University Rotterdam

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine
  • MRCPath Hematology

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. van Rhee

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Amyloidosis
  • Castleman Disease
  • Extramedullary Disease (EMD)
  • Monoclonal Gammopathy of Unknown Significance (MGUS)
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Plasma Cell Leukemia
  • Plasmacytoma
  • POEMS Syndrome
  • Smoldering Myeloma
  • Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. van Rhee

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Advanced Diagnostics
  • CAR T-cell Therapy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Total Therapy Approach

Dr. van Rhee's Areas of Expertise

Image of male doctor giving intravenous drip chemotherapy treatment to a female cancer patient.

Cancer Care

The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

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Multiple Myeloma Center at UAMS

Myeloma Care (Part of Cancer Care)

The UAMS Myeloma Center is the most comprehensive center in the world for research and clinical care related to multiple myeloma.

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Blood Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

UAMS Health hematologists work in collaboration with teams of experts from every medical and surgical specialty for the care of patients with blood diseases.

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Locations Where Dr. van Rhee Practices

Myeloma Center

Myeloma Center , Primary Location

449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-686-7105
New Patients
501-686-8230
Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions

Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.8 out of 5

(330 Ratings, 71 Comments)

Individual Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Comment

Good

Date

Mar 24, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Van Rhee is absolutely THE BEST!

Date

Mar 12, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Van Rhee was very nice and caring

Date

Mar 12, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. VanRhee was very helpful and answered my questions and concerns.

Date

Mar 09, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr.VanRhee and his team are absolutely the best!

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. van Rhee is outstanding

Date

Mar 05, 2025
More Recent Reviews
4.6 out of 5

Comment

Good

Date

Mar 24, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Van Rhee is absolutely THE BEST!

Date

Mar 12, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Van Rhee was very nice and caring

Date

Mar 12, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. VanRhee was very helpful and answered my questions and concerns.

Date

Mar 09, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr.VanRhee and his team are absolutely the best!

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. van Rhee is outstanding

Date

Mar 05, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Love Dr Van Rhee

Date

Mar 01, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Van Rhee is very knowledgeable, has a great bedside manner and provides excellent medical care!

Date

Mar 01, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr VanRhee and all staff are always great

Date

Feb 27, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

All nurses were professional, and showed sincere concern about my health issues.

Date

Feb 27, 2025

Make an Appointment With Dr. van Rhee

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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