Dr. Spencer K. Sullivan, assistant professor in the department of
pediatrics at the University of Mississippi, will present “Gene Therapy
for Hemophilia” for May’s pediatric grand rounds.
The
event will take place Friday, May 20, 2016, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the
multipurpose room on the first floor of USA Children’s & Women’s
Hospital.
Dr. Sullivan will discuss the biology and
history of the adeno-associated (AAV) gene therapy for hemophilia. He
will also explain safety and efficacy of AAV gene therapy from published
results and current research.
The event is open to
faculty, staff and students. Light breakfast, coffee and beverages will
be provided. For additional information, contact Katie Catlin at kncatlin@health.southalabama.edu.
