Miscellaneous
Dr. Sung Choi is a pediatric bone marrow transplant physician at Michigan Medicine (University of Michigan).Dr. Choi joins us today to discuss the unique challenges for both pediatric patients as well as their caregivers. Of course, the approach differs with different ages. You wouldn't treat a 16 year-old the same way you would a toddler. But there are some constants.For example, it's important to have quality time with the patient not spent discussing treatment. And often times, kids will take cues from their parents, which is why self care is also important. There's a reason why flight attendants tell you to secure your own mask before your child's.We discuss the positives and negatives of social media and how that affects younger patients. We also cover the various stages along the transplant journey rollercoaster.Finally, Dr. Choi shares some inspiring stories a physician following up with former patients.For more from the National Bone Marrow Transplant Link, visit us online at nbmtlink.org or call us at 800-546-5268.This season of Marrow Masters is sponsored by the nbmtLINK, Incyte Corporation and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.nbmtLINK website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: https://www.lls.org/