With more than 2,000 clinicians certified in more than 80 medical specialties and subspecialties, UT Physicians provides multispecialty care for the entire family.
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The UT Physicians Comprehensive Adult Sickle Cell Center offers quality care for adults with sickle cell disease. Subspecialists, social services, and behavioral health services provide a holistic approach to patient care.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited group of blood disorders that causes red blood cells to become misshapen or sickle-shaped. A red blood cell’s normal shape makes it flexible and allows it to easily move through blood vessels to deliver oxygen. When cells are sickle-shaped, they stick to vessel walls preventing blood and oxygen flow, which ultimately causes severe pain. These episodes of pain, known as “pain crises” can last a week.
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. According to published research, sickle cell disease affects about 1 out of every 365 African American newborns and about 1 out of every 16,300 Hispanic-American newborns. Additionally, about 1 in 13 African American infants are born with the sickle cell trait.
The center focuses on providing a wide range of care and resources for its patients. Not only do patients have access to quality care, but there are also resources available to assist them in managing the pain. Infusion rooms are designed to help keep patients comfortable and relaxed. The rooms come equipped with televisions, treatment recliners, privacy curtains, pillows, heated blankets, and IV therapy used to keep patients hydrated while doctors monitor their pain.
High pedestrian alert
The Fannin-facing side of the UTPB Garage Building has high pedestrian traffic. Please be careful when entering and exiting the parking building.
| Time range | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0 Minutes – 1 Hour | $4 |
| 1 Hour – 1 Hour 20 Min | $5 |
| 1 Hour 20 Min – 1 Hour 40 Min | $6.00 |
| 1 Hour 40 Min – 2 Hours | $7 |
| 2 Hours – 2 Hours 20 Min | $8 |
| 2 Hours 20 Min – 2 Hours 40 Min | $9 |
| 2 Hours 40 Min – 6 Hours | $10 |
| 6 Hours – 24 Hours | $20 |
| Lost Ticket | $20 |
| Daily Max | $20.00 |
| Valet Parking – 0 Minutes – 6 Hours | $12 |
| Valet Parking – 6 Hours – 24 Hours | $20 |
*No in and out privileges
On Fannin Street, take a right at the Ross Sterling light between Mac Gregor and John F. Freeman Boulevard.
