Finding Medical Care – Why it’s important to be an informed consumer!

Finding the appropriate ancillary medical care is extremely important to individuals affected by hemophilia. While Hemophilia Treatment Centers (HTC) provide comprehensive care, not all individuals will have access to their services. However, HTC’s still serve as a great resource in connecting with medical professionals who can provide proper medical care.

Whether you are looking into primary care, dental care, physical therapy, orthopedic, or HIV/Hep C, local HTC’s can help direct you to medical facilities and providers that are familiar with bleeding disorders. Failure to do so may severely jeopardize your health. Medical practitioners unfamiliar with Hemophilia, or other bleeding disorders, may not provide you with the appropriate treatment, may subject you to treatments that are inappropriate, and may even put you at greater risk of death or permanent injury.

Obtaining appropriate and comprehensive care is critical for maintaining healthy muscles and joints, preventing further complications from HIV/Hep C, and for maintaining a long and healthy life.

Please contact the foundation if you need any assistance in contacting your local Hemophilia Treatment Center.