Stem Cell Transplantation Team Awarded International Accreditation
Stony Brook Cancer Center’s Hematologic Malignancy and Stem Cell Transplantation Program has received internationally-recognized accreditation by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The accreditation applies to both autologous (from the patient) and allogeneic (from a donor match) transplants.
FACT is an internationally-recognized accrediting body for hospitals and medical institutions offering stem cell transplant. The accreditation means that Stony Brook has met the most rigorous standards defined by leading experts. These standards are based on the latest knowledge in the field of cellular therapy transplantation, as well as government regulations.
Accreditation is attained through evaluation of submitted documentation and on-site inspection, to determine if an organization is in compliance with current FACT standards and the United States Food and Drug Administration’s current rules for Good Tissue Practice. The accreditation covers every aspect of stem cell therapy, from clinical care to donor management, cell collection, processing, storage, transportation, administration, and cell release.
“We’re pleased to have been awarded FACT accreditation for our program,” said Michael W. Schuster, MD, Director, Bone Marrow Transplant Program. “We believe this recognition will make patients aware that our Cancer Center is committed to provide the highest quality care for cellular therapy treatment programs.”
How this Accreditation Benefits Patients
Providing personal, effective care for every patient is at the core of everything the specialists in the program do. FACT accreditation assures patients and family members that:
• Stony Brook meets comprehensive international standards developed by the most knowledgeable minds in cellular therapy and verified by peer-reviewed inspections.
• The Stem Cell Transplantation Program provides the expertise needed to meet the needs of transplant patients.
• All program personnel meet FACT education and experience requirements.
• Stony Brook meets or exceeds standards in patient care and laboratory practices.
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