Thalassemia is a chronic, genetic blood disorder that necessitates lifelong management, including:
- Regular Blood Transfusions: To maintain hemoglobin levels essential for survival.
- Iron Chelation Therapy: To mitigate iron overload, which can cause life-threatening complications.
- Advanced Monitoring and Diagnostics: To identify and manage potential organ damage.
Managing thalassemia is financially and emotionally draining. The average monthly cost for comprehensive care at AMTF is PKR 30,000 ($100) per patient. This includes transfusions, chelation therapy, and continuous monitoring.
AMTF’s Scope of Work
- 1,500+ Registered Patients: Receiving free, uninterrupted, multidisciplinary care.
- 45-Bed Facility: Pakistan’s only dedicated hospital for the comprehensive management of thalassemia and blood disorders.
“Your support directly funds these essential services, ensuring a better quality of life for patients who cannot afford care.”
About AMTF
Founded in 2003, the Afzaal Memorial Thalassemia Foundation (AMTF) is a nonprofit organization offering multidisciplinary care under one roof.
Mission: To deliver free, high-quality medical care for patients with thalassemia and blood disorders, promoting a healthier and more dignified life.
AMTF at a Glance:
- Pakistan’s First and Only Dedicated Thalassemia Hospital: A 45-bed facility for comprehensive management of thalassemia and blood disorders.
- Multidisciplinary Care: Inclusive of:
- Thalassemia Daycare for routine blood transfusions.
- A dedicated ward for inpatient care.
- High Dependency Units (HDU) for acute management.
- An ICU specifically for blood disorder management.
- Multispecialty clinics providing holistic care across pediatrics, cardiology, hepatology, and more.
- Patient-Centric Approach: Offering diagnostics, treatment, and psychosocial support at no cost to patients or their families.
Achievements:
- Over 15,000 blood transfusions annually, ensuring survival for hundreds of patients.
- Thousands of diagnostic and monitoring procedures to prevent complications.
Utilization of Funds
All funds raised will directly support the comprehensive management and care of thalassemia patients at AMTF.
Breakdown of Costs
- Blood Transfusions: Safe transfusion services for 1,500+ registered patients.
- Iron Chelation Therapy: Lifesaving treatment to manage iron overload.
- Advanced Monitoring: Routine diagnostics, organ function tests, and specialist consultations.
- Multidisciplinary Care: Covering operational costs of Thalassemia Daycare, Dedicated Wards, HDU, ICU, and multispecialty clinics.
Estimated Impact:
- $100 supports one month of care for a single patient.
- $120,000 will cover approximately 1,200 patient-months of treatment, benefiting hundreds of patients.
Why This Cause Needs Your Support
- Growing Demand: AMTF’s patient base continues to expand due to its reputation for quality and compassion.
- High Costs of Care: Without financial support, many patients face life-threatening gaps in treatment.
- Direct Impact: Your contributions will fund the medical and operational costs needed to sustain comprehensive care.
Call to Action
Your support ensures that thalassemia patients receive the consistent, lifesaving care they need.
Donate today to help us sustain Pakistan’s only dedicated hospital for the comprehensive management of thalassemia and blood disorders.
Together, we can transform lives and build a brighter, healthier future for hundreds of families.
