Message Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Sickle Cell Day At The Capitol is a day when SCFG and its partners advocate for the sickle cell community on local and naonal levels. Sickle Cell Day At The Capitol connects individuals living with sickle cell disease, their families, and providers with Georgia lawmakers.
Master of CeremoniesMichael ThomasCommunications Specialist, Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.WelcomeTabatha McGeeExecutive Director Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, IncThe Importance of AdvocacyDorothy Leone-GlasserExecutive Director of Advocates for Responsible CarePfizerRemarksRep. Carolyn HugleyGeorgia District 141Provider Training for Non-Specialty ProvidersDr. Beatrice Elizabeth Gee, MD,Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist,Children’s Healthcare of AtlantaProgram DetailsProgram Details
The Importance of TestingDana HillNurse PractitionerSickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.My Sickle Cell JourneyKeecilon WrightProgram Coordinator/Transition SpecialistSickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.Closing RemarksParnel Abraham, PhD.Board of DirectorsSickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc.Thank You To Our SponsorsAnd A Special Thank You To Our Partners
SCFG Purpose: The Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc. (SCFG) aims to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in Georgia impacted by sickle cell disease (SCD) through comprehensive, compassionate, and innovative integrative holistic services, education, and advocacy. We provide direct care and support services to individuals with SCD (from newborns to adults), including holistic and hematology care, education and counseling, support services, advocacy, and more. We serve the nation’s 4th largest sickle cell population. DONATE 2391 Benjamin E. Mays Dr., SW Atlanta, GA 30311 sicklecellga.org gawellness.com SCFG Mission: Our mission is to empower individuals with SCD to live healthier, fuller lives and reduce the burden of this disease on affected communities.