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The Virtual Symposium on Nursing in Sickle Cell Disease
October 2, 2025
The nursing profession is vital to the proper care of patients with sickle cell disease. The symptoms of this genetic disorder are often misunderstood and minimized, leaving patients with unmet needs. Understanding the plight of Sickle Cell Warriors is the first step to caring for this community.
Learn from prominent nursing researchers and practitioners on the front lines of this disease, and earn continuing education credits while becoming a better advocate for patients battling sickle cell disease.
Registration for this Virtual Symposium will be available as the date approaches.
Genice T. Nelson, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC
Scientific Chair
Genice T. Nelson, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, is a seasoned Nurse Practitioner specializing in sickle cell disease with over 15 years of experience managing adult patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
She has championed education on sickle cell disease for patients, families, and healthcare providers across the U.S. and internationally, including leading a recent Sickle Cell Disease Bootcamp in Brazil and consulting with the Nigerian Ministry of Health to improve awareness and anti-malaria strategies.
Dr. Nelson currently manages a comprehensive adult sickle cell program that serves approximately 400 patients, providing a range of services from clinic visits to infusion care, while also coordinating a robust research program.