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Medical services and comprehensive patient support with one focus:
A future where every Sickle Cell Warrior is free to THRIVE
Accepting new patients at all 15 centers across Florida.
We Build Pain-free Futures,
One Warrior at a Time.
At the FSCDR's Centers of Excellence, we understand how a debilitating pain crisis turns a normal day into weeks of recovery in the hospital. For individuals who live with sickle cell disease, disrupted plans, disrupted dreams, and resignation to a constant string of painful setbacks can start to feel “normal.”
The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research is dedicated to forging a new normal. Sickle Cell Warriors deserve to build a future that isn’t restrained with worry about the next pain crisis.
You deserve specialists who take your pain seriously and understand how the genetic disorder affects every aspect of your health and wellbeing. You deserve the best treatments from the forefront of the latest research.
The FSCDR Centers of Excellence are your home for ongoing medical care that keep your blood healthy and your body strong.
Our goal is to build teams of skilled medical specialists who understand sickle cell disease in every community, making quality care accessible to every Sickle Cell Warrior.
At each Center, you’ll find the best in sickle cell disease — including infusion services, medication management, transcranial doppler ultrasounds, and IV therapies — delivered by a hematologist-oncologist and sickle cell disease-trained nurse practitioners and nurses. Because sickle cell disease affects more than your health, we also support you through case coordination, resource referrals, and insurance counseling.
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FLAGSHIP LOCATION HOURS
Monday to Thursday | 8:30 a.m. to midnightFriday | 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Saturday | 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
SATELLITE LOCATION HOURS
Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Our Mission
To tirelessly research, inform, hear, respect, treat and support all individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease. We are driven to make this disorder a livable, non-threatening condition.
what we offer
Our goal is to ensure you have every medical, social, and personal resource available to live a full and healthy life.
Every visit, we evaluate your quality of life against your current treatment plan. We work to help you adhere to treatment recommendations, reduce visits to the emergency room, and eliminate the need for extended stays in the hospital.
Below are some of the services the FSCDR Centers of Excellence provide to our patients.
Testimonials & Reviews
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Dr Blyden and staff strive to provide excellence in healthcare. I have never been disappointed with his treatment plan for me. I especially like that he allows me to have an active role in my care and treatment.
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Kellyn G. | Jun 11, 2024
I was pleased with all care
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Dawn G. | Jan 31, 2024
The staff is very caring and nurses take great care of me.
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Dawn G. | Jan 31, 2024
Excellent performance. I could hardly wait for my next visits. Keep up the good work.
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Tanneka G. | Jan 20, 2024
Best care I have received
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Esther D. | Dec 07, 2023
AMAZING ALWAYS AND FOREVER SO THANKFUL FOR YOU DR BLYDEN
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Kalim J. | Nov 21, 2023
Every staff is patient, understanding and treats you like an individual. The provider is very thorough. I learned so much about the disease process and what triggers it. I am very happy and blessed to be a patient here. I HIGHLY recommend this doctor and his facility
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Gina C. | Nov 14, 2023
I love this place… it helps us so much!
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KENLEY L. | Nov 07, 2023
Excellent and compassionate professional; It's a privilege to know Dr. Blyden.
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Sonia B. | Nov 01, 2023
Everybody was amazing. I would recommend anybody to come to your office.
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Edna L. | Oct 04, 2023
Very good
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Juan C. | Sep 09, 2023
The staff are very polite and caring and get you taken care of in a timely manner.
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Dawn G. | Aug 20, 2023
Relaxing
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Anthony R. | Aug 07, 2023
Polite and friendly staff and they always makes sure your health is
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Sophia A. | Aug 01, 2023
It was a great day at the doctors office
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Gail W. | Jul 28, 2023
Understood my needs
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Ashley S. | Jun 24, 2023
The people were very nice and understanding and patient and knowledgeable
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JAMETRA J. | Jun 21, 2023
Great experience, the staff is very friendly, helpful. Whenever I am in pain they make sure I am better be for I leave.
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Shandrea B. | Jun 04, 2023
Great experience. The team are amazing and thoughtful
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Dameshi B. | May 24, 2023
I had an awesome experience! This was my first appointment as a new patient and the staff here is so welcoming and kind! The only reason I’m giving 4 instead of 5 stars is because I waited a while in the waiting room; about 30mins. Otherwise, I enjoyed my experience.
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Isabelle E. | May 16, 2023
Take time to listen and address all
My concerns
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ESTHER D. | May 10, 2023
This facility is a place that I am very very thankful for, I am grateful for Dr.Bronte & her amazing staff like Dr.Arlene, Dr.Rita,Dr.Hall,Dr.Blyden, Ms.Jhanel , Ms.Jeronica , Ms.Christine,Ms. Caroline the nurses Ms.Jamie , Ms.Paula , Ms.Patsy , Ms.Donna , Ms.Atsy , the nurse assistants Mr.Jack ,Ms Laurie & everyone else this faculty is like a big family that shows love, respect & tough family love when it is needed
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Devonte T. | Apr 17, 2023
A place were I fell respect,love and care!
My experience was 5 stars!
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Christiam A. | Mar 31, 2023
Everyone from walking in the door is very friendly especially Ms. Blake she really care about your feelings. Dr. Blyden is very knowledgeable and give it to you straight up with facts. Our real life “Yoda” on earth.
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Felicia T. | Mar 11, 2023
Always super and extraordinary the stuff there is very sweet and very patient
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Lynn-Ora P. | Mar 03, 2023
This Clinic is a Life saver and everyone there is amazing I could never ask for anything else then this establishment, A big thank you to Dr.Bronte,Dr.Hall,Dr.Blyden & The Director Ms.Jhanel who is like a mother to us all :)
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Devonte T. | Mar 03, 2023
Everyone there is super friendly and doctors are great they actually listen and help to get you better
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Karen Louise A. | Mar 02, 2023
The front desk and all medical team showed concern and kindness to me regarding my health and the treatment I received.
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Patricia S. | Mar 01, 2023
Dr Blyden is the most knowledgeable Hemotologist I’ve ever met. His Nurse Practitioner Giam is very professional and helpful as well. I live in Central Fl and they make it easy to have consultants virtually..
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Cynthia J. | Feb 10, 2023
All the staff was helpful. I'm very grateful for how understanding Ms.Janelle was due to me late because of transportation, she made sure to accommodate me to make sure I was able to receive treatment. I'm very appreciative. I do have questions about why we can only receive treatment 3 times a week, what happens if we are in crisis and need infusion more than 3 times? I only have positive feedback about the staff and the care that I received.
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Dawn G. | Feb 01, 2023
We are really like one big family
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Sophia A. | Feb 01, 2023
I had great experience.
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Camille S. | Jan 26, 2023
What a Great experience!!! This is
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TYESHA R. | Jan 19, 2023
Amazing support I've been seeking for.
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ELSCHAMMA D. | Jan 18, 2023
The Sickle Cell Foundation Staff and Dr. Gershwin Blyden’s Team is the Best!!!
I had been a severe ice eater and suffered from anemia for over 25 years. I thought I would never be healed from it because I was addicted to eating ice!!! My
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Denise M. | Jan 13, 2023
I had an appointment for 9am however I've been having a lot of issues with transportation. When I became aware I would not make in time due transportation not coming. I called to get a later or afternoon appointment but was refused. I was very upset and disappointed because I was in extreme pain and usually the staff is very understanding and accommodating.
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Dawn G. | Jan 01, 2023
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William C. | Dec 21, 2022
Caring, efficient, compassionate and selfless service.
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Patricia S. | Dec 13, 2022
As always, the entire staff are true professionals
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Barbara L. | Dec 10, 2022
Life changing!!. Able to truly live.
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Judith J. | Nov 30, 2022
I was feeling awful yesterday, but the staff took care of me and now Im feeling so much better! This place saves me from going to the hospital… I don't like the hospitals
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KENLEY L. | Nov 19, 2022
I have always had a decent experience at the Foundation. The nurses and aids are helpful and compassionate to my needs; I just wish those who don't appreciate nor respect the process find elsewhere to terrorize. For the most part we patience are satisfied with the service but it's always that few who make things difficult for no reason.
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Sonia B. | Oct 18, 2022
They understand their patients needs
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Shanique T. | Oct 11, 2022
My daughter visited FSCDR for the first time on Wednesday for treatment. We are both so happy with the excellent care she received. Her IV was started in one try by the nurse which never happens and she left feeling so much better. Thank you!
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Marilyn G. | Sep 24, 2022
They make me happy, because they're extremely ❤ loving, and caring,and helpful too me...They are Angels here on earth
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Ramsey P. | Sep 23, 2022
Excellent
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Dagne B. | Sep 20, 2022
Visit was wonderful.
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Felicia T. | Sep 17, 2022
Dr pencil is a good Dr he listened to you and try his best to make sure you are doing well before you leave
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Kemesha W. | Sep 17, 2022
Very pleasant. Nurses and doctors very accommodating and caring. I enjoy my treatment when every i am there. A warm place to be. No discriminated. Hate the ER. Thanks for this awesome home away from home.
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Pauline G. | Sep 05, 2022
He is a top physician offering quality care in every area of medicine.
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Maria C. | Aug 23, 2022
The hospitality started at the walk through the door of the treatment center is always someone there to greet you make you feel as if they were there just to make sure you were OK facility is very clean immaculate the staffs friendly full of empathy
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Claudia M. | Aug 19, 2022
Great
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Robert J. | Aug 09, 2022
I am always delighted to be seen by Dr. Blyden he is thorough and takes his time to explain my medical tests results and gives me guidance and next step.
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Leigh C. | Jul 29, 2022
Exceptional care from everyone at the facility.
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Barbara L. | Jul 20, 2022
Need more treatment supplies and equipments so we can be fully able to treat patients
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Kemesha W. | Jul 10, 2022
Awesome care
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Eric H. | Jun 21, 2022
No comment
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Juan C. | May 25, 2022
Descent and compassionate medical professionals. It's plain to see that the center needs more funding for essential devices like oxygen machines,etc...
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Sonia B. | May 25, 2022
Wonderful
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Ernest T. | May 17, 2022
VERY SATISFIED
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Juan C. | May 14, 2022
They take great care of me keep up the great work
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Katrina T. | May 14, 2022
Nice people and available service for all
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Kelsey S. | May 12, 2022
Good just waiting for follow up visit .
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Paul B. | May 02, 2022
Yes! My experience at The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research was a big pleasant surprise from the front door, politeness of the receptionist, the doctors, nurses and everyone involved in the care of each person with SCD was is so very welcoming. Their Professionalism is top, kindness, friendliness, concern and care for me was very comforting, it did not make me feel like another number as some ER personnel treat patients with SCD.
What a big difference, I can’t stop thinking and sharing my experience at FSCDR with my family and friends. This kind of service for persons with SCD is way overdue.
Special thanks to Dr. Lanetta Bronte’ for her vision and concern for SCD.
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Patricia S. | Apr 20, 2022
Compassionate, competent and professional service delivery.
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Cameron G. | Apr 14, 2022
Excellent
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William C. | Apr 14, 2022
The sickle cell foundation is a great alternative to the ER, but they’re still working on being better.
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Kelsey S. | Apr 09, 2022
I walked in feeling weak, but walked out feeling strong!
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KENLEY L. | Apr 05, 2022
Informative.
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Paul B. | Apr 05, 2022
Excellent
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Bellande J. | Mar 21, 2022
The entire medical staff was very accommodating. I would recommend that others sicklers come to the clinic it's much better than being admitted to the hospital for pain management.
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Dawn G. | Mar 13, 2022
PROFESSIONAL
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Jonathan D. | Mar 12, 2022
The facility is awesome and the staff is nice!
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KENLEY L. | Mar 04, 2022
We are like family
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Sophia A. | Mar 04, 2022
Very friendly atmosphere and in and out appointments in on time
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Caleb M. | Feb 10, 2022
I love the Staff like my second family
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Sophia A. | Jan 13, 2022
The extremely Professional experience staff and super caring ❤
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Lynn P. | Nov 29, 2021
A very safe environment. I love the staffs and the doctors. My visit here is always wonderful.
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Shandrea B. | Nov 23, 2021
Very personable staff!!
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Ethan E. | Nov 13, 2021
Dr. Blyden is the best always takes his time with each patient and thoroughly addresses all your issues and concerns. He is truly empathetic and honestly cares for your well being no matter how tough the issue or how long to resolve and is there throughout every step of every process you go through. He stands in as your doctor but you get so much more love and support and more than anything an
understanding and a willingness to find out if its something he doesn't know which is rarely but it happens!! Thank you so much for all you do keep up the awesome award winning work young man !!
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Samantha M. | Nov 07, 2021
Very informative visit and thoroughly explained my test results
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Jennifer W. | Oct 25, 2021
Everyone here in the office is so kind and professional. I thank God for this place. Staff here is extremely knowledgeable.
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Melissa A. | Oct 22, 2021
Extremely nice and patience
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Christina F. | Oct 21, 2021
Excellent
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William C. | Oct 21, 2021
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Kemesha W. | Oct 20, 2021
Great
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Murcylaine L. | Oct 20, 2021
Wonderful staff
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Shamira P. | Oct 20, 2021
Very warming and patient employees. I love every single staffer they have with every ounçe in me and have been seeing their physician since i was new at this office. That was about 5yrs ago.
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Sophia A. | Oct 19, 2021
WHAT WE OFFER
OUR SERVICES
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Infusion Services
Delivering vital IV therapies and hydration support to manage sickle cell symptoms.
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Clinical Research
Advancing sickle cell treatment through participation in groundbreaking clinical trials and studies.
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Case Management
Personalized care coordination to help patients navigate medical appointments, treatments, and resources.
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Medication Management
Ensuring proper medication use through expert guidance, prescription management, and patient education.
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Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound
Non-invasive screening to assess stroke risk in children and adults with sickle cell disease.
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School Individualized Education Program
Assisting students with sickle cell disease in securing school accommodations and support.
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Social Work Services
Providing emotional support, resource referrals, and crisis intervention for patients and families.
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Vaccinations Services
Administering essential immunizations to protect individuals with sickle cell from preventable infections.
SOCIAL SUPPORT
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Insurance and Pharmacy Coverage Counseling
We help navigate insurance coverage so you receive the medication and treatments you need to thrive.
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Social Resource Needs Assessment
In partnership with the Department of Children & Families, we identify extra means of support.
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DisabilityEvaluations
Our social workers help throughout the challenging process, from filling out forms to submitting an appeal.
Telemedicine – Modern Virtual Care
Expert Sickle Cell Care, Anytime, Anywhere
Our telemedicine services connect patients with top sickle cell specialists from anywhere,
ensuring high-quality care without the need for in-person visits.
Advancing Sickle Cell Care & Research
FSCDR is dedicated to supporting individuals affected by sickle cell disease through research, education, and advocacy. We fund innovative studies, provide essential resources, and bring experts together to improve treatment and patient care. Join us in making a difference!
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WHO WE Support
Patients and families no longer have to face sickle cell disease alone. Hear real stories and find strength in shared experiences.
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Funding Research
We work with countless research institutions to improve comprehensive standards of care and maximize quality of life for those affected for generations ahead.
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Educational Symposia
Patients and families no longer have to face sickle cell disease alone. Hear real stories and find strength in shared experiences.
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how to support
Compassionate collaborations make everything possible to improve the well-being and quality of life for sickle cell patients.
JOIN THE FIGHT TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF
SICKLE CELL DISEASE
At the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research we believe that everybody is born with the right to a long healthy, pain-free life. With innovative research, treatments, and education, we can change the conversation nd shape the future for this genetic disorder.
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42-48 yRS
National median life expectancy
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1 out of 13
African Americans Carry Sickle Cell Trait
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15 - 24
age range with sevenfold increase in death
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1 out of 5
Physicians feel comfortable treating SCD patients
Take a Tour Inside
a Center of Excellence
Take a virtual tour inside one of our FCSDR's flagship Center of Excellence in Hollywood, FL.
Each Center creates a home for Sickle Cell Warriors to build a community of shared stories and experiences. Beyond providing medical services to help you thrive, we strive to make each location feel warm and inviting.
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Advancing Clinical Research
at FCSDR's flagship Center of Excellence in Hollywood, FL.
We work at the forefront of sickle cell disease research.
Sickle Cell Warriors get unique access to clinical research opportunities through the advocacy of our medical team. We’ve seen the lives of our patients transformed by cutting edge treatments and curative therapies currently in development for sickle cell disease.
Because our medical professionals are involved in the research of sickle cell disease, they’re well versed in the best, evidence-based treatments. They’re able to customize medications and interventions to provide patients with the highest quality of life.