Patients who do not have adequate pain relief after 8 hours of treatment, are usually admitted for further inpatient treatment. The average length of stay, once admitted, is 5 days. Oncology Primary Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team from newborns to elderly sickle cell patients in the same center. The goal of this team is to keep the patient healthy , to prevent complications and to help the patient take charge of their disease. The staff provide primary care services such as immunizations, developmental screening, PPDs, and referrals for PAP smears, and eye examinations.
Education is provided at many levels to encourage complication prevention and healthy living.
The Sickle Cell Center is located in the new clinic building of Grady Memorial Hospital on the ground floor, Pratt Street entrance. Next to the campus of Georgia State University. Mapquest also has nearby hotel information. Turn right onto Pratt Street, right onto Decatur Street, right onto Butler Street and right into the visitors parking deck. South Atlanta - Take I85 or I75 North until they merge.