We are licensed by the Food and Drug Administration and accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks as a blood donor center and transfusion service. All of the blood collected at the NIH Blood Bank is tested for hepatitis viruses, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and other infectious diseases before it is released for use by NIH patients. We maintain high quality standards to ensure the safety of both our blood donors and transfusion recipients. |
Our medical team:
David Stroncek, MD | Department Head, Acting |
Kamille West, MD | Chief, Blood Services Section |
Willy Flegel, MD | Chief, Laboratory Services Section |
David Stroncek, MD | Chief, Cell Processing Section |
Sandhya Panch, MD, MPH | Medical Director, Center for Cellular Engineering |
Natasha Hammond | Managing Director, Donor Centers |