<p>This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features Dr. Wally Smith, a physician at VCU Health who specializes in the treatment of Sickle Cell Disease. He joins us for a conversation about his path to medicine, his work, promising new gene therapy treatments for the disease, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to <a href="mailto:pcfpodcast@vhha.com">pcfpodcast@vhha.com</a> or contact us on <a href="twitter.com/VirginiaHHA">X (Twitter)</a> or <a href="www.instagram.com/virginiahha/">Instagram</a> using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.</p>

Patients Come First Podcast - Holly Mortlock

The Patients Come First Podcast is presented by the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association. Each episode will feature people in the health care community whose work is focused on enhancing patient experience, whether through direct care, medical research, or other efforts. Send questions, comments, or feedback to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on our social channels @VirginiaHHA using the hashtag #PatientsComeFirst.