Atlanta-Area Code Acute Leukemia™
FROM EMERGENCY CARE TO SPECIALIZED ONCOLOGY TREATMENT WITHIN 24 HOURS
About Our Program
When patients present to the emergency department or urgent care with signs suggestive of acute leukemia, prompt diagnostic evaluation and initiation of therapy are imperative, as the disease may progress rapidly and is associated with high morbidity and mortality if not treated right away. Given the urgency and complexity of care required for this patient population, City of Hope® Cancer Center Atlanta, located in Newnan, GA, has established a streamlined process to expedite transfer to our hospital and ensure immediate access to specialized treatment.
How the One-Call Transfer Process Works
If you suspect acute leukemia, these are the steps to initiate the process:
- You’ll call (770) 400-7170 to initiate a rapid transfer.
- An immediate peer-to-peer call will be arranged between you and a City of Hope clinician to discuss clinical observations and the best way to stabilize the patient for transfer.
- The patient will be transferred via ambulance to City of Hope.
Transfers may be requested and arranged from emergency rooms, as well as hospitals or provider practice offices. Any insurance barriers are addressed in real time by our team of experts.
Surrounding Acute Leukemia Patients with Comprehensive Support
City of Hope Atlanta offers a comprehensive leukemia program through our long-standing hematologic malignancy program. When you refer a patient to our hospital, you can be confident they will receive exceptional, evidence-based care, which:
- Integrates a multidisciplinary team of leukemia clinical experts, all under the same roof for continuity of care
- Has received continuous accreditation by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT)
- Serves as the only location south of I-20 and metro Atlanta to offer stem cell transplantation
- Utilizes comprehensive molecular profiling and risk assessment tools to help guide personalized treatment planning
- Provides access to leading-edge clinical trials, expanding therapeutic options for patients with leukemia
- Delivers long-term survivorship care to help minimize the risk of recurrence and improve quality of life
Meet the Atlanta-Area Code Acute Leukemia Program Experts
Leslie L. Popplewell, M.D.
Chief of Hematology
Hematologist
Dr. Popplewell serves as chief of hematology. Her research work focuses on developing new treatment options for lymphoma using CAR T cell therapies and advanced transplant techniques for patients with recurrent lymphoma.
Sabarish Ram Ayyappan, M.D.
Medical Director of Cellular Therapies
Hematologist
Dr. Ayyappan is medical director of cellular therapies and oversees the bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy programs. He treats a wide range of blood cancers and has served as principal investigator on numerous trials in the field of hematologic malignancies.
Referral Quick Links
We strive to offer a well-coordinated experience for our referring providers. Upon receiving your referral, our team will immediately begin processing the referral, with minimal work on your end.
Address
600 Celebrate Life Parkway
Newnan, GA 30265
Our Commitment to Clinical Excellence
Our Atlanta program offers a dedicated multidisciplinary team that blends innovative research discoveries with superior clinical treatments. The result is improved outcomes for patients with various blood cancers, blood abnormalities and other hematologic disorders. Additionally, our program is recognized by:
Initiate a Code Acute Leukemia Transfer
To initiate a Code Acute Leukemia transfer, call (770) 400-7170 to reach a member of our triage team 24/7.
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