The Founders Podcast

The Founders are back!

Kyle, Tahirah, and Ediomi reflect on what it took to launch Crescent Foundation and the unfortunate realities of why it’s needed.

More on the Crescent Foundation: Crescent Foundation is a solutions-focused organization with the sole purpose of serving the Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) community. Through guidance and support for individuals transitioning from pediatric to adult care, Crescent helps patients navigate the journey of the healthcare system. Crescent Foundations aims to increase awareness, advocacy, and support for evidence-based care for patients, families, and communities affected by SCD, through collaborative action and innovative initiatives.

We had questions, Dr. Kim Smith-Whitley had answers. In the first episode of the Founders Podcast, Kyle, Tahirah, and Ediomi explore their feelings on body health, COVID-19, vaccinations, and asked D. Smith-Whitley, how should we be staying healthy during COVID-19.

About Dr. Kim Smith-Whitley: Dr. Smith-Whitley joined GBT in May 2021 as executive vice president and head of research and development (R&D). Dr. Smith-Whitley is a world-renowned hematologist and sickle cell disease thought leader and advocate with over 30 years of experience. Most recently, she was the Clinical Director of Hematology and Director of the Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

More on the Crescent Foundation: Crescent Foundation is a solutions-focused organization with the sole purpose of serving the Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) community. Through guidance and support for individuals transitioning from pediatric to adult care, Crescent helps patients navigate the journey of the healthcare system. Crescent Foundations aims to increase awareness, advocacy, and support for evidence-based care for patients, families, and communities affected by SCD, through collaborative action and innovative initiatives.