Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder in which red blood cells become abnormally shaped, impacting their ability to function correctly and resulting in painful and damaging blood clots. The condition is particularly prevalent in African-Americans.

The interdisciplinary Duke Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center skillfully evaluates, diagnoses, and helps patients of all ages manage the different variations of sickle cell disease -- the most familiar of which is sickle cell anemia - - as well as related sickling and hemoglobin disorders.

In addition to delivering comprehensive patient care services, the National Institutes of Health-funded center provides social services, psychological support, educational resources, and genetic counseling. The center, a partnership with the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, also maintains an active clinical and basic research program.

To learn more about Duke’s Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center, or to schedule an appointment or get a referral, call 919-684-6464 locally or 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853) toll-free.

Physicians

Physicians offering this service include:

• Crawford, Regina D.
• De Castro, Laura M.
• Greenberg, Charles S.
• Telen, Marilyn J.

Locations

This service is available at:

• Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center
  2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710
• Duke Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center
  2212 Elba Street, Durham, NC 27705
• Duke Oncology-Medical/Hematology
  Duke Clinic 1B/1C, 200 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710
• Duke University Hospital
  2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710