Overview

The sickle cell and thalassaemia service cares for people with haemoglobin disorders. We run one of the largest services in the UK to diagnose and treat haemoglobin conditions (haemoglobinopathies).

Sickle cell disease and thalassaemia are inherited and affect the red blood cells.

Our service is run with:

• the South Thames Sickle Cell & Thalassaemia Network (SELSEHCC)
• King's College Hospital

We work with the:

• children's sickle cell and thalassaemia service
• children's sickle cell disease and thalassaemia community service

We care for people from Lambeth and Southwark, and also see people from elsewhere for many of our specialist services.

We run special clinics for people with complications due to sickle cell disease and thalassaemia. Doctors from other specialties work together with our haematologists.

Health information

Read our information about:

• simple blood transfusion
• exchange blood transfusion
• priapism in sickle cell disease
• sickle cell disease and dental care for children
• sickle cell disease and pregnancy
• sickle cell disease and stroke

The NHS website has information about sickle cell disease and thalassaemia

Sickle Cell Society is a UK charity for people with sickle cell disease.

The Sickle Cell Society Podcast features real experiences, healthcare professionals and topics such as work, life, priapisms, crisis and relationships. 

South Thames Sickle Cell & Thalassaemia Network offers support and resources for people with sickle cell and thalassaemia.

UK Thalassaemia Society (UKTS) is the main UK charity for people with thalassaemia.

National Haemoglobinopathy Register is a database of people with red cell disorders.

Wards

Our haematology wards are:

• Blundell ward
• Hedley Atkins unit
• Olive ward
• Samaritan ward

Our consultants

Rachel Kesse-Adu

Kate Gardner

Dale Seviar

Anietie Ekong

Heather Rawle

Research and clinical trials

Research is vital to improving the care that you receive when you're unwell. You can help improve healthcare by taking part in research studies at our Trust. During your appointment, ask your healthcare professional about research. They'll be happy to tell you about research studies you could be eligible to join. 

You can also email [email protected] for more information.