• Episode 66 - A Deep Dive into Hematology and Sickle Cell Disease

  • Dec 27 2023
  • Length: 34 mins
  • Podcast

Episode 66 - A Deep Dive into Hematology and Sickle Cell Disease

  • Summary

  • On this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie are joined by Dr. Marquita Nelson, who is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and the Belz Medical Director of the Methodist Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center. Dr. Nelson shares her insights and expertise in the field of hematology, specifically in sickle cell disease, discussing its traits and providing valuable information to help our community better understand and manage this condition.

    Marquita Nelson, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and the Belz Medical Director of the Methodist Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center. She completed her medical training at Emory University School of Medicine and a hematology/oncology fellowship at the University of Chicago, where she also obtained a master's degree in public health science. Dr. Nelson is passionate about improving the quality of life for people with sickle cell disease, particularly teenagers transitioning to adult care and older adults.

    Dr. Nelson is also active in teaching fellows and promoting careers in hematology through her work with the American Society of Hematology. Marquita resides in Memphis, TN with her husband and son. She enjoys traveling, spending time with family, and is passionate

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