Working towards a cure for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia, & providing hope & help for the present.

Glanzmann's Research Foundation is a dedicated platform providing comprehensive information and support to patients, families, and healthcare providers affected by the rare inherited blood clotting disorder, Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT).

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, our primary goal is to fund research aimed at finding a cure for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. We strive to create a community where individuals affected by GT can find resources, connect with others, and contribute to the fight against this rare condition.

Faces of GT

Our Faces of GT section showcases the stories of individuals living with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia, offering a glimpse into their lives and experiences. We believe that sharing these stories can help foster understanding and empathy for those affected by GT.

A woman with glasses holding a glass of wine.

Faces of GT

Joy

I was born in 1944 and named for the great Joy that my parents were feeling. Five years earlier, they had lost their first son to what doctors put down as hemophilia. He died as a result of having undergone a splenectomy – supposedly, at that time, the cure-alll to severe bleeding problems!! He was…

Eva Turek-Jewkes taking a selfie in front of Uluru.

Faces of GT

Eva Turek-Jewkes

Statistically, GT affects one in one million people, making me one of twenty-five people in Australia who suffer from this disease. My medical opinion is that I’m out of options. Today, I wait patiently for a donor in the hope of a bone marrow transplant. Against the backdrop of my immigrant family and relentless cultural…

A young boy wearing an adidas t-shirt standing on a sidewalk at night with glanzmann's thrombasthenia.

Faces of GT

Vincenzo

I am Anna, and this is the story of Vincenzo, a GT boy born on December 12, 2005, in Naples, Italy. At birth, after a long labor, Vincenzo was born with natural birth, without complications; he presented significant bruises on the back, petechiae all over the body, and in the eyes, there were broken capillaries….

In our News section, stay updated on Glanzmann Thrombasthenia research and treatment progress. Explore our Blog for personal stories and insights from those living with GT.

In the News

Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Achieves Landmark Success in Robotic Hysterectomy for Patient with Rare, Life-Threatening Bleeding Disorder

March 5, 2026

NAVI MUMBAI, 5 MARCH 2026 (SACHIN MURDESHWAR 8108510506): For years, every menstrual cycle for 37-year-old Ms. Neelam meant a medical emergency. Due to a rare and life-threatening bleeding disorder, she required blood transfusions almost every month just to manage the severe blood loss caused by her periods. Doctors at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai have now…

Our Blog

Staying Safe on the Trail: The Road Less Traveled

June 30, 2025

By Elizabeth G. Harvey Can you embrace outdoor adventures with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT) or a bleeding disorder? I used to think the answer was a resounding NO! Live safely. Avoid potential harm at all costs. But doesn’t your soul crave overcoming challenges and being thrilled? For those of us living with a platelet disorder, even…

Our Resources section is a comprehensive guide for anyone seeking information about Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. From frequently asked questions to detailed information for doctors, we aim to provide a wealth of knowledge for those dealing with GT.