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8: Peter Hofland, Ph.D - The Onco’Zine Brief - Episode 8
8: Peter Hofland, Ph.D - The Onco’Zine Brief - Episode 8
8: Peter Hofland, Ph.D - The Onco’Zine Brief - Episode 8
Sunday 5th November 2023
Join Dr. Jeffrey Oletta on The Onco'Zine Brief as he discusses stem cell transplants, donor challenges, and efforts to reduce healthcare disparities.
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Stem Cell Transplants: Insights from Dr. Jeffrey Oletta
Episode Overview
- The challenges in finding compatible donors for patients from ethnically diverse backgrounds
- Advancements in HLA matching and its impact on increasing diversity in the donor registry
- Efforts to reduce disparities in healthcare access for patients in need of stem cell transplants
- The critical role of patient advocacy and early referral to transplant centers
- The complexities of stem cell transplants and their impact on improving healthcare outcomes
So when you look at some of these issues, there are an awful lot of things to digest here. You help patients in areas that are non-medical issues, trying to solve one of the most complex problems in medicine, that of treatment-related disparities or health-related disparities that make sure that everybody has access or can get access.
Ever wondered about the intricate world of stem cell transplants and the challenges involved? In this episode of The Onco'Zine Brief, Dr. Jeffrey Oletta, Senior Vice President of Patient Outcomes and CSO of the National Marrow Donor Program-Be The Match, joins host Peter Hofland to discuss groundbreaking work in the field. Dr.
Oletta dives into the significant impact of the National Marrow Donor Program and the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR) at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He talks about the complexities of finding compatible donors, especially for patients from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and the ongoing efforts to bridge healthcare disparities. The conversation highlights advancements in HLA matching and the importance of increasing diversity in the donor registry. Dr.
Oletta’s dedication to improving access to treatments and advocating for patients is truly inspiring. If you're curious about the latest developments in oncology and the tireless work behind stem cell transplants, this episode is a must-listen.