Transplant Director and Specialist in Hematology and Cellular Therapies
Wits Donald Gordon Cellular and Immunotherapy Centre, Johannesburg, Sudafrica
A distinguished medical professional with a remarkable career in the field of hematology and cellular therapy. After completing both her pre-grade and post-grade degrees at the esteemed University of Stellenbosch, she went on to pursue a subspecialty in clinical hematology at the University of Cape Town (UCT). Dr. Jackie’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to found Alberts Cellular Therapy, where she served as the transplant director for a decade, overseeing numerous successful procedures and contributing significantly to the advancement of cellular therapies in the region. Following her tenure at Alberts Cellular Therapy, Dr. Jackie took on the role of Medical Director at the South African National Blood Service, where she played a pivotal role in promoting patient blood management and improving healthcare practices across the country for five years. Currently, Dr. Jackie serves as the Transplant Director at the Wits Donald Gordon Cellular and Immunotherapy Centre, where she continues to lead and innovate in the field of cellular therapies. Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Jackie is deeply passionate about establishing healthcare centers that adhere to international quality standards. Her commitment to excellence and patient-centered care has earned her respect and admiration throughout the medical community. Dr. Jackie’s dedication to advancing healthcare practices and improving patient outcomes makes her a leader in the field, and her contributions continue to make a lasting impact on the healthcare landscape.
In high-stakes transplant settings, traditional outcome indicators such as mortality, relapse, and graft-versus-host disease remain essential but inherently retrospective, limiting their usefulness...
