Overview

Bone marrow transplant (BMT) can be a life-saving procedure for children diagnosed with cancers and serious blood disorders. But how should families prepare? What physical, emotional, and practical aspects should parents be aware of before the transplant journey begins?

In this episode of Doctor Dialogues, Dr. Rasmi Palassery, Consultant, Department of Medical Oncology at Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, shares expert insights on preparing children for bone marrow transplantation. With 9 years of experience in pediatric cancers, blood disorders, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, Dr. Rasmi explains:

When a bone marrow transplant is needed in children

How parents can prepare their child physically and emotionally

What to expect during hospital stay and recovery

Possible risks, complications, and long-term care

The importance of caregiver support during the transplant journey

Speakers

Dr Rasmi Palassery

Dr Rasmi Palassery (MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology) is a Consultant Medical Oncology at Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, Bengaluru. She is a children’s cancer, blood disorders and bone marrow transplant specialist, having over 9 years of experience in the field. She did her MBBS from Govt. Medical College Thrissur, Kerala, followed by a 3 year residency in Pediatrics from Texas Tech University, Amarillo, USA where she was also the Chief Resident. She went on to do a 3 year fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology from Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, Cleveland, USA, where she gained expertise in the treatment of pediatric cancers, benign blood disorders, stem cell transplantation and research trials. Dr Rasmi’s clinical interests include malignancies and benign blood disorders in children and young adults. She is trained in performing hematopoietic stem cell transplant for malignant conditions as well as benign blood disorders and immunodeficiencies. Her research interests are epidemiological studies and quality improvement projects focusing on adolescent and young adult cancer patients. She has presented her research at various international scientific meeting and has co-authored scientific articles in peer reviewed journals.