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We are thrilled to share that Innovative Hematology, home to the Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (IHTC), has officially earned the coveted designation as an HHT Center of Excellence by Cure HHT. This marks another significant step forward in our fight to increase access to specialized care for the HHT community. This prestigious certification places […]
Man first in Indiana to receive gene therapy for hemophilia B
By Reyna Revelle | WISHTV INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A 42-year-old man has made history as the first person in Indiana to undergo gene therapy for hemophilia B. Doctors say it’s a medical breakthrough in the state. Hemophilia B is a rare genetic disorder that affects 1 in...
Indiana team of blood disorder experts host education camp in Kenya
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A team of blood disorder experts from Indianapolis achieved a significant milestone by hosting a medical education camp in Kenya.
Innovative Hematology providers named ‘Top Docs’
Indianapolis Monthly’s 2024 Top Doctors issue has hit newsstands, with several of our physicians named among Central Indiana’s best.
The Most Common Bleeding Disorder in Your Patients Could be Hiding in Plain Sight
von Willebrand disease (VWD) is believed to be the most common bleeding disorder, affecting as many as 1% of the general population, yet is commonly left undiagnosed. Lifespan care is necessary, as prolonged uncontrolled bleeding can be life-threatening.
Drawing more doctors to rare, specialized care
Like most industries, healthcare is experiencing a shortage of specialized doctors. In the hematology/oncology specialization, many physicians choose the more common of the two, oncology. Doctors who are trained in both also tend to be mostly exposed to oncology work...
Advocating for your health at school
Johnathan Sosbe is a senior at Athens Academy in Crawfordsville, and on the outside he seems like your typical teen. But he’s living with the life-threatening rare blood disease, hemophilia. Johnathan and Mary Brunkhart, a career counselor with innovative hematology, joined Angela in the studio to share some advice for other students facing medical conditions that may affect their schooling.
8-year-old Gary boy battles sickle cell, will attend Saturday blood drive encouraging more minority donors
By Alexandra Kukulka, Post Tribune Sherita Johnson, of Gary, said she’ll never forget receiving the call a week after her youngest child was born. With her other children, Johnson said she received a letter from the hospital stating that they have sickle cell trait....
Living with Sickle Cell Disease in Indiana
by Divine Triplett, WISHTV More than 1,700 Hoosiers are living with Sickle Cell Disease, a rare blood disorder. In SCD, red blood cells become hard, sticky, and C-shaped, which can block blood flow. This can lead to organ damage, serious infections, or even stroke....
Spreading Awareness on World Sickle Cell Day June 19
by FOX59 More than 1700 Hoosiers are living with Sickle Cell Disease, a rare blood disorder where red blood cells become hard, sticky and C-shaped leading to blood flow blockages that can result in organ damage, serious infections or even stroke. This life-threatening...
Camp Silver Moon provides space for children with sickle cell disease to thrive
By Nico Pennisi (WRTV) INDIANAPOLIS — School is out in Central Indiana and many kids are heading to summer camp in the next few weeks. But a traditional camp environment may not be a good fit for children with certain medical conditions. Camp Silver Moon in North...