ADSCC makes bone marrow transplants easier for needy
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre (ADSCC) has partnered with Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) to enhance accessibility to bone marrow transplants for patients in need, providing them with treatment and support via the centre’s dedicated Abu Dhabi Bone Marrow Transplant (ADBMT) Programme.
Under the partnership, ADSCC will provide medical consultations to patients referred by the medical commitee of ERC. In addition, both entities will join efforts in fundraising initiatives aimed at supporting and financing BMT procedures for underprivileged patients.
The partnership aims to provide these critical treatments to individuals affected by various blood cancers, blood disorders, and autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care and support throughout their treatment process by Abu Dhabi Bone Marrow Transplant programme (ADBMT) at ADSCC, which is accredited as a Centre of Excellence in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi.
The agreement was signed by Mohammed Al Fahim, Deputy Secretary-general of Support Services Sector at ERC and Dr. Maysoon Al Karam, Chief Medical Officer of ADSCC.
Al Fahim commented, “The agreement with Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre embodies the vision of the UAE Red Crescent of enhancing humanitarian partnerships with various local sectors, particularly the healthcare sector, which is currently a priority in the authority’s local and international efforts. It reflects the shared goal between both parties of alleviating the suffering of patients, supporting their health needs, and strengthening cooperation to achieve beter health outcomes for the Red Crescent’s beneficiaries.
“I would like to express our appreciation for such initiatives that address the health needs of vulnerable groups and commend Abu Dhabi Stem Cell Centre’s (ADSCC) efforts, and their contribution to advancing treatment and healing. The alignment of visions between the UAE Red Crescent and ADSCC, highlights the importance and potential for strategic partnerships in healthcare.”