Roswell Park’s Stem Cell Transplant Program Recognized by Optum as Center of Excellence
Health services leader Optum has recognized Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as a Center of Excellence (COE) for the stem cell transplant program provided through its Transplant & Cellular Therapy Center.
Clinical Scorecard: Roswell Park’s Stem Cell Transplant Program Recognized by Optum as Center of Excellence
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Blood cancers including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma Key Mechanisms Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (allogeneic and autologous) Target Population Patients with blood-based cancers Care Setting Transplant & Cellular Therapy Center
Key Highlights
100% six-month survival rate for adults who received transplants in 2024 Roswell Park has performed over 3,450 transplants since 1977 Recognized as a Center of Excellence by Optum for clinical expertise and patient outcomes Enhanced outpatient care and reduced hospital stay for transplants Innovative protocols for stem cell donor selection Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Assessment of blood cancers for eligibility of stem cell transplantation Management
Utilization of allogeneic or autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation Monitoring & Follow-up
Regular follow-up for patient outcomes post-transplant Risks
Potential complications associated with stem cell transplantation Patient & Prescribing Data
Adults and pediatric patients with blood cancers
Outpatient care models are being implemented to enhance recovery
Clinical Best Practices
Early patient engagement and assessment for transplantation Adoption of research-based protocols for donor selection Focus on personalized care throughout the transplant process References
