Working toward a cure for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia and providing hope and help for those living with GT today.

Glanzmann's Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting people and families affected by Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. We provide trusted information about GT symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, bleeding management, and ongoing research while connecting patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with resources and community support.

Our mission is to improve life with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia today while supporting research toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

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Faces of GT

Our Faces of GT section shares real stories from people and families living with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT) worldwide. Explore their experiences with diagnosis, bleeding, treatment, daily life, and the challenges and successes that come with living with this rare bleeding disorder.

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Faces of GT

Md. Kaium Ali Jibon

Hi, my name is Md. Kaium Ali, and my nickname is Jibon. I live in Bangladesh with my family. I noticed this website in the Facebook GT support group. I am not good at English, so please forgive me if I make mistakes. When I was 1year old, my mother noticed bleeding from the corner…

Faces of GT

Sherry Crutchfield

Hi, my name is Sherry Crutchfield, my husband and I live in Fernandina Beach, FL. I aa 54 years old with GT. I have never known anyone but me with this disorder until I found this current site of Helen Smith’s. I am from the small town of Roysto, Ga. I was diagnosed at six…

Faces of GT

Dezirya

Dezirya Merritt was born in Sept 2000 on her expected due date, and I was so happy I had finally gotten a girl. I had three boys prior. Well, the doctor noticed she was jaundiced and ordered the unique lamp for her, and like usual, we were discharged and on our way home. We were…