Thriving Forward
Too often Rochester, NY is featured in the news for its problems. But this area is rich with community-based organizations striving to improve the lives of its residents. Join local pediatricians Megan Lasaponara and Sarah Collins-McGowan as they interview people who are involved in good works all over the region. We will learn about each organization and how our guests found their path to community-based work. If you are ready to hear good news and feel inspired by what Rochester has to offer, join us as we talk to the people making our community ever better.
Thriving Forward
URMC Sickle Cell Disease Advocacy Group
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Megan Lasaponara & Sarah Collins-McGowan
In this episode Megan speaks with members of URMC's Sickle Cell Advocacy Team. This interdisciplinary group of physicians and patient advocates has come together to improve the quality of care for patients with Sickle Cell Disease, especially at the critical point at which they transition into adult care.
Our guests:
Dr. Suzie Noronha
Dr. Francis Coyne
Dr. Dan Sheehan
Sharee Turpin
Email Dr. Noronha: suzie_noronha@urmc.rochester.edu
Roc-City Sicklers Support and Advocacy Group Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community/Roc-City-Sicklers-693225020760644/
URMC Sickle Cell Anemia Webpage: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/complex-care-center/community-resources-support/sickle-cell-anemia.aspx