Sickle Cell Disease: Improving the Quality and Continuum of Acute and Ambulatory Patient Care

Target Audience
This educational activity is directed toward hematologists, cardiologists, pulmonologists, neurologists, primary care physicians, and advanced care providers who work with patients with sickle cell disease.

Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this activity, you should be better prepared to:
• Identify key features of acute vaso-occlusive pain in patients with SCD
• Describe the associated complications from SCD-related acute pain episodes
• Implement guideline-directed care plans for patients with SCD-related acute pain or complications
• Integrate optimal strategies for the prevention and treatment of vaso-occlusive crises and chronic pain