Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)

Overview

Seattle Cancer Care Alliance provides comprehensive, leading-edge expertise in diagnosing and treating Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), a group of diseases that affect the blood-forming stem cells. SCCA was formed, in part, to bring promising new treatments to patients faster. For people with MDS, this means more treatment options at SCCA than might be found elsewhere, including participating in one of many clinical trials conducted at SCCA and its parent organizations, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine. 


Our Expertise

Find out why SCCA is one of the best places to come for treatment for myelodysplastic syndrome.

Our Doctors

Our doctors are members of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine and are committed to providing the best possible care for myelodysplactic syndrome patients who come to SCCA for treatment.

Treatment Options

Regardless of the stage of your illness, the unsurpassed expertise of our physicians makes SCCA the ideal treatment center for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

What to Expect

Receiving a diagnosis for myelodysplastic syndrome leads to many questions. SCCA physicians and staff provide compassionate care and support during your course of treatment so you will always know what to expect.

Participate in a Study

Participation in a clinical study is an option that many MDS patients choose when they come to SCCA for treatment. Find out why.

Myelodysplastic Syndrome Facts

Learn about the risk factors and symptoms of myelodysplastic syndrome, how it is diagnosed and how its stages are determined.

Patient Support

Because treatment for Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) isn't easy, special support for patients is essential. SCCA has several programs, classes, and services to assist patients and their families.

Resources

The more you know about your disease, the more empowered you'll feel. This list of reputable sources about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) makes gathering information easy.


Bone Marrow Transplant
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Patient Guide to Clinical Studies

Find out more about clinical studies, what they are, and how to participate in them.

Map & Directions
Driving directions to SCCA on South Lake Union.