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Narrative

The Thalassemia Program at the Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center treats all forms of thalassemia, including thalassemia minor or trait, thalassemia intermedia (also called non-transfusion dependent thalassemia (NTDT), and transfusion dependent thalassemia (TDT), also known as thalassemia major or Cooley’s anemia.

We have extensive experience with all types of beta thalassemia, including hemoglobin E-beta thalassemia, and all types of alpha thalassemia, including hemoglobin H disease.

We offer a full spectrum of services for the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care of even the rarest and hardest-to-treat thalassemias. Because of our long-standing experience, comprehensive subspecialty services, and deep involvement with cutting-edge novel therapies, we have been designated as a center of excellence in thalassemia by the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation. 

Service Types

• Inpatient
• Nursing
• Nutrition
• Occupational Therapy
• Outpatient
• Physical Therapy

Insurances Accepted

• Aetna
• AllWays Health Partners
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Boston Medical Center HealthNet
• CIGNA
• ConnectiCare
• Fallon Health
• Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
• Health New England
• Tufts Health Plan
• UniCare
• United Healthcare

Program Type

• Counseling
• Medical

Populations Served

• Blood disorders
• Chronic Health Impairment
• Developmental Disability

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Public Transportation
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Medical Needs
• Near Public Transportation
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Accredited By: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Fees: MassHealth, Private Insurance, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: Commonwealth of Massachusetts