# Event Details - **Event Name**: Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Advancing Sickle Cell Care Through Expert-Led Medical EducationAbout this EventThe MTS Sickle Cell Foundation, in partnership with Pfizer, NEXT ICR Foundation, and Randomize Now, invites healthcare providers to participate in a dynamic, expert-led educational experience designed to strengthen clinical knowledge and improve outcomes for individuals living with sickle cell disease.This multi-site initiative will be delivered in both Atlanta, Georgia and Chicago, Illinois, with options for in-person and virtual attendance. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/1e3dda10-7231-11f1-ae58-237475d85463-rimg-w572-h740-dcf5ecea-gmir.jpg ? Event DetailsAtlanta, GA? May 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM? Morehouse School of MedicineChicago, IL? June 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM? Sankofa Wellness Center??‍⚕️ Featured FacultyVivien Sheehan, MD, PhDHematologist | Professor of Pediatrics, Emory University School of MedicineDr. Sheehan is an internationally recognized expert in sickle cell disease with extensive experience in clinical trials, translational research, and patient care across the lifespan.What You’ll LearnThis program is designed to equip providers with practical, evidence-based tools to improve care delivery for patients with sickle cell disease.Participants will engage in:Evidence-based guidelines for SCD managementAcute and chronic complication management (including pain, infection, and organ health)Hydroxyurea and disease-modifying therapiesEmerging and novel therapies, including gene therapyCase-based learning and real-world clinical scenariosReferral pathways and multidisciplinary care coordinationPatient and provider perspectivesThese sessions are specifically designed to support internists, family medicine providers, med-peds physicians, and advanced practice providers in delivering high-quality, accessible sickle cell care.Why This MattersSickle cell disease remains one of the most under-resourced and misunderstood conditions in healthcare. This initiative aims to:Expand provider knowledge and confidenceImprove access to quality care in community settingsReduce burden on specialty care by empowering frontline providersStrengthen care coordination and patient outcomesProgram FormatLive, interactive educational sessionsCase-based discussionsSkill-building workshopsOpportunities for ongoing learning and mentorshipThe program is designed to support real-world application and sustained practice change.RegistrationPlease select the appropriate ticket based on your preferred location and attendance format:Chicago – In PersonChicago – VirtualWho Should AttendPhysicians (Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics)Nurse Practitioners & Physician AssistantsNursesAllied Health Professionals - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/empowering-providers-improving-outcomes-sickle-cell-education-initiative/100001990713516717 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: 4305 W Madison St - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 4305 W Madison St - **lat**: 41.8803554 - **long**: -87.73338419999999 - **full address**: 4305 W Madison St, 4305 West Madison Street, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e825610e4c638917d672bb1424d3db92ba499a073d43563ac030882518117adc-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf6eeeb-gmir.jpg?v=1780963410 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative being held? - **A:** Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 4305 W Madison St, 4305 West Madison Street, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative? - **A:** Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. Sickle Cell Education Initiative is organized by MTS SICKLE CELL FOUNDATION, INC.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Empowering Providers. Improving Outcomes. 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