All episodes of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast

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#45 - “Man in the Arena” A Conversation with Dr. Mark T. Gladwin

Cheat Codes welcomes Dr. Mark T. Gladwin to talk about Pulmonary hypertension in sickle cell disease with Dr. Z and Dr. C. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor: Novartis. For 40 years Novartis has been committed to helping individuals living with sickle cell disease. Through research, educational resources and access programs, we will continue our efforts to support patients, healthcare providers and caregivers. Sickle Cell Disease (textbook) by Mark T. Gladwin, M.D. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter ...

Published 11/16/21

In Remembrance of Hertz Nazaire

On October 29th, 2021, Hertz Nazaire, a prominent sickle cell warrior and prolific artist, passed away at age 48. In honor of Hertz, we’re re-airing Dr. Z’s interview with him for Cheat Codes, originally published in December of 2020. Show Notes: Homegoing Expenses for Hertz Sickle Cell Disease: a battle for equality, justice and respect | Ahmar Zaidi | TEDxDetroit Program Notes: Subscribe to Cheat Codes on Apple Podcasts Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter ...

Published 11/08/21

#44 - Fueled by Connections: Agios and the Sickle Cell Community with special guest host, Blaze Eppinger and guests Darrin Miles, Agios Chief Commercial Officer and Agios Head of Patient Advocacy, Holly John

With the goal of getting a better understanding of Agios and their vision for partnering with the sickle cell community, join us as guest host, Blaze Eppinger speaks with Darrin Miles, the Chief Commercial Officer and Holly John, the Head of Patient Advocacy both of Agios Pharmaceuticals. Show Notes: Guest Host Blaze Eppinger on Instagram Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes BloodStream Media For all inquiries:...

Published 10/26/21

#43 - “Can Gene Therapy Live Long and Prosper?” A Conversation with Dr. Mitch Weiss and Dr. Vijay Sankaran

Dr. Z and Dr. C chop it up with two of the foremost experts (Mitch and Vijay) on the science of gene therapy in sickle cell disease. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor: Novartis, For 40 years Novartis has been committed to helping individuals living with sickle cell disease. Through research, educational resources and access programs, we will continue our efforts to support patients, healthcare providers and caregivers. Dr. Vijay Sankaran on Twitter Dr. Mitch Weiss Email at St.Judes ...

Published 10/19/21

#42 - Pediatric to Adult Care - Transitioning with Sickle Cell Disease w/ Dr. Nirmish Shah

Dr. Nirmish Shah, the Director of Duke University’s sickle cell transition program, joins Cheat Codes to discuss the numerous challenges associated with helping patients with sickle cell disease successfully transition from pediatric to adult care. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor: Novartis, For 40 years Novartis has been committed to helping individuals living with sickle cell disease. Through research, educational resources and access programs, we will continue our efforts to support...

Published 10/05/21

#41 - Sickle Cell in Jamaica and Around the World w/ Graham Serjeant

Graham Serjeant, a British-born medical researcher best known for his multi-decade study of sickle cell disease in Jamaica, joins Cheat Codes to share stories and learnings from across his storied career. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor: Novartis, For 40 years Novartis has been committed to helping individuals living with sickle cell disease. Through research, educational resources and access programs, we will continue our efforts to support patients, healthcare providers and caregivers. ...

Published 09/28/21

#40 - Think COVID Through with Dr. Lewis Hsu.

Dr. Z and Dr. C chop it up with Dr. Lewis Hsu, CMO of Sickle Cell Disease Association of America to get an update on COVID-19 and sickle cell disease! Show Notes: Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook ...

Published 09/21/21

#39 - "Just Get Out of My Way": Mapillar is Making Moves

Mapillar Dahn is a woman on a mission. Her organization, MTS, is not going to be stopped by anyone. She is advocacy personified. Dr. Z and Dr. C spend some time gleaning insight from this immense figure in sickle cell advocacy. Learn more about My Three Sicklers Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream...

Published 08/17/21

#38 - You Bet Your Assay: A New Lab Test for Sickle Cell Disease

Featuring Dr. Patrick Hines of Functional Fluidics. Functional Fluidics Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on...

Published 07/23/21

#37 - Impact Players on Third and Long: Santonio Holmes and Martenzie Johnson

Santonio Holmes, Super Bowl XLIII MVP and founder of the III & Long Foundation is joined by Martenzie Johnson, writer for ESPN's "The Undefeated", on this week's episode as they discuss the importance of Sickle Cell screening and advocacy within sports organizations, as well as their close and personal connections to Sickle Cell Disease and Trait. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding...

Published 06/29/21

What Just Happened - Best of Sickle Cell Conferences, #FSCDR21

Drs. Z and C welcome back Dr. Lakiea Bailey of the Sickle Cell Consortium and a fantastic crew of doctors and warriors as they recap highlights from the recent Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (#FSCDR21) symposia in another installment of the “Best of Sickle Cell Conferences” series. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream...

Published 06/22/21

#36 - This is Why We Call it Advanced Practice

Sickle Cell rockstars Mandy David and Maya Bloomberg join the show. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on...

Published 06/01/21

#35 - Neighborly Love: Indiana is Changing the SCD Landscape

In this episode Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with sickle cell difference makers at the Indiana Hemophilia Treatment Center. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of...

Published 05/18/21

#34 - What Could be Better than Dr. Z - 2 Dr. Z's!

Pain and health psychologist Dr. Rachel Zoffness joins to discuss a biopsychosocial approach to treating and managing pain. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find...

Published 05/11/21

#33 - Sickle Cell Disease and the Community Based Organization: How Wanda and Gary Are Making a Difference

Dr. Z sits down with Dr. Wanda Shurney and Gary Gibson. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on BloodStreamMedia.com ...

Published 04/20/21

#32 - Motown-Sickle's Back Again: Dr. Ingrid Sarnaik's Legacy in Detroit

Dr. Ingrid Sarnaik ran the Sickle Cell Center in Detroit for decades. This is her legacy, and also ours. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding...

Published 04/06/21

#31 - Covid-19 Myth-Busting with Dr. Mobeen Rathore

Dr. Z and Dr. C spend some time with Chief of Pediatric Infectious Disease at University of Florida, and nationally-recognized COVID-19 expert Dr. Mobeen Rathore to dispel some COVID-19 and vaccine myths. Sponsored by Agios Pharmaceuticals Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and...

Published 03/30/21

What Just Happened? - Best of Sickle Cell Conferences, #ASH20, Part 2 (pipeline therapies and new data for approved therapies)

Dr. Lakiea Bailey from the Sickle Cell Consortium and Warrior University joins an all star cast of Cheat Code veterans to discuss the best science from the December American Society of Hematology meeting. Part 2 - pipeline therapies and new data for approved therapies Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream...

Published 03/18/21

What Just Happened? - Best of Sickle Cell Conferences, #ASH20, Part 1 (Curative Therapies)

Dr. Lakiea Bailey from the Sickle Cell Consortium and Warrior University joins an all star cast of Cheat Code veterans to discuss the best science from the December American Society of Hematology meeting. Part 1 - Curative therapies Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The...

Published 03/16/21

#30 - Just Blaze: This Sickle Cell Advocate is on Fire

Dr. Z and Dr. C hang out with Blaze Eppinger and learn about his journey with sickle cell disease. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe to and rate BloodStream Journeys Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding...

Published 03/09/21

#29 - Kickin' it with Dr. Krish: How One Man is Changing the Way we Think About Sickle Cell Cures

Dr. Krish, a world-renowned bone marrow transplant/sickle cell physician from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, breaks down bone marrow transplant while talking about his road to prominence in the field. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast ...

Published 02/23/21

#28 - Finding Opportunity Crisis; How Phill Okwo is Making Us Better Doctors

Phill Okwo is a warrior extraordinaire. He’s a father, a brother, and a son. He’s handling his business and giving us his wisdom along his journey. We are beyond thrilled to have him on Cheat Codes! Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe...

Published 02/09/21

#27 - SCD and Reproductive Health: Teonna Woolford is S(C)HRED-ding Through Disparities

Dr. C and Dr. Z sit down with SCD advocate extraordinaire and reproductive health superstar Teonna Woolford, as well as public health expert Christie VanHorne.

Published 01/26/21

#26 - Transforming Sickle Cell Care: A Fireside Chat with Dr. Julie Kanter

Dr Julie Kanter is a force to be reckoned with. Her passion, desire, and expansive to-do list is unmatched. She’s working constantly to improve access to and quality of care for sickle cell patients. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe...

Published 01/12/21

#25 - Sickle Cell Folklore with Dr. Elliott Vichinsky

Dr. Z and Dr. C get some one on one time with the legendary sickle cell physician, Dr. Elliot Vichinsky. We talk about who Dr. Vichinsky is and how he became a legend, transforming the field forever. Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all inquiries: [email protected] (subject: Cheat Codes) Subscribe to and rate Cheat Codes Subscribe to and rate The BloodStream Podcast Subscribe to and rate The Ask The Expert Podcast Subscribe...

Published 12/29/20