Sujit Sheth

Sujit Sheth, a pediatric hematologist and director at the New York Comprehensive Thalassemia Center, shares insights into thalassemia, a significant yet often overlooked global health issue. He discusses the differences in treatment compared to sickle cell disease and emphasizes the complexities of managing this genetic disorder. The conversation covers red cell transfusion strategies, the importance of maintaining optimal hemoglobin levels, and advances like gene therapy. Sheth highlights education's role in improving awareness and care for thalassemia patients.