As children with sickle cell disease grow into teens and young adults, they will need to transition from pediatric care into adult care, which means finding the right care team to support them and address their health needs. BMC’s Transitional Care Clinic team, which includes both pediatric and adult sickle cell specialists, works closely with patients and their families during this time to help our young adult patients grow into mature, responsible adults who can manage their health on their own, while providing a safety net as they learn these new skills. 

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Sickle Cell Disease Transitional Care Clinic
The SCD Program delivers leading sickle cell care, including transfusions, pain management, and, for eligible adults with sickle cell disease, access to cutting-edge gene therapie…
The largest SCD center in New England, where adult hematologists care for people living with sickle cell disease with pain relief, blood transfusions, and newer treatments like ge…
Expert children’s sickle cell care, including early diagnosis, transfusions, pain management, and advanced therapies, from pediatric hematologists that support each child’s health…

Kimora’s Story

For teenagers with sickle cell disease, any step along the way that requires more independence is scary — so supporting individuals through that transition is vitally important.

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