Emily Meier, MD, MSHS, Pediatric Hematologist at IHTC

Get to know Dr. Meier

Dr. Meier is a board-certified Pediatric Hematologist and sickle cell disease specialist at the Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (IHTC). Dr. Meier is the director of Indiana’s Sickle SAFE Program.

Education & Training

George Washington University | MSHS, Clinical and Translational Research

Indiana University School of Medicine | MD

Children’s National Medical Center | Pediatric Residency

Children’s National Medical Center | Pediatric Chief Residency

Children’s National Medical Center | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship

Certifications & Licensure

Indiana State Medical License

District of Columbia Medical License

American Board of Pediatrics, Hematology-Oncology

Expertise & Special Interests

Sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and other Hemoglobinopathies

Cytopenias

Hospital Affiliations

St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis

St. Vincent Hospital, Carmel

St. Vincent Hospital, Fishers

St. Vincent Seton Specialty Hospital

St. Vincent Heart Center

Lutheran Hospital

Indiana University Health Riley Children’s Hospital

Indiana University Health North

Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital

Indiana University Health Saxony Hospital

Indiana University Health Morgan Hospital

Publications

Treatment Options for Sickle Cell Disease. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2018 Jun;65(3):427-443. Meier ER.

Early Reticulocytosis and Anemia Are Associated with Abnormal and Conditional Transcranial Doppler Velocities in Children with Sickle Cell Anemia. J Pediatr. 2016 Feb;169:227-31.e1. Meier ER, Fasano RM, Estrada M, He J, Luban NL, McCarter R.

A systematic review of the literature for severity predictors in children with sickle cell anemia. Blood Cells Mol Dis. 2017 Jun;65:86-94. Review. Meier ER, Fasano RM, Levett PR.

More publications by Dr. Meier

A short interview with Dr. Meier

What do you like about IHTC and its approach to care?

I’m consistently impressed by the dedication to patient care at IHTC. All of our staff is focused on helping patients—from the pharmacy ensuring that patients receive their medications—to the nurses, social workers, physical therapists, dental hygienists, and our nutritionist who collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers to ensure that each patient’s care is comprehensive and coordinated.

What inspires you about your work?

My patients inspire me every day. They don’t allow sickle cell disease to stop them from going to school, working and continuing to chase their dreams.

How would you describe your approach to patient care?

I employ a patient- and family-centered approach to care. I do my best to work necessary medical appointments and tests around the patient’s and family’s schedule to avoid excessive disruption to their daily lives.

What aspect of your work are you the most passionate about?

Advocating for people with sickle cell disease is very important to me. I want to ensure that everyone receives equitable care in all healthcare arenas (emergency departments, research funding, supportive services, rural or urban areas).