Young Women with Bleeding Disorders Clinic
The Young Women with Bleeding Disorders Clinic (YWBD) is a specialized clinic that caters to the needs of girls and young women with bleeding concerns, particularly related to heavy or abnormal menses. Our multidisciplinary team consists of physicians specializing in pediatric hematology and adolescent medicine; experienced clinical and research nurse coordinators; a licensed social worker; and a pediatric phlebotomist. Together, they provide multiple services under one roof in a safe and friendly environment.
Clinic services
Services include, but are not limited to, management of menstrual bleeding and related anemia, evaluation for underlying bleeding disorder, nutrition counseling and resources for psychosocial co-morbidities.
Clinic information
The YWBD Clinic is held on the first Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and on the second Thursday of each month, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The clinic is housed at Gulf States Hemophilia and Thrombophilia Center.
