Medical and Research Advisory Committee

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In 2020, SCDAA’s Medical and Research Advisory Committee (MARAC) was formed to address community concerns about COVID-19. Since then, MARAC’s team of acclaimed sickle cell experts have provided important guidance on topics like gene therapy, vaccinations, infectious diseases and more. MARAC’s global reach helps inform sickle cell warriors, caregivers and providers across the world.

MARAC Leadership

  • Dr. Edward Donnell Ivy
    Chief Medical Officer

  • Dr. Crawford Strunk
    Vice Chief Medical Officer