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Big Stick Award - HFM
This video series was designed to help individuals with bleeding disorders overcome obstacles to self infusion. Information is for guidance only, not to be replaced by medical recommendations.  
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Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Make a donation, join our Foundation as a member or volunteer your time and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to lend your support. These are great ways to contribute to our causes, and every little bit goes towards supporting the mission of the Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland.

On the Road to Self Infusion

The first independent, self-infusion is monumental for a child with hemophilia. And, it is also a process that cannot be hastened.  Children will advance at their own pace with encouragement and positive reinforcement. When your child is able to infuse independently for the first time, please contact the HFM office so we can present your child with their Big Stick Award in celebration of this huge accomplishment.

The Road to Self Infusion with HFM featuring Blood Brothers Ryan Ford & Christian Harris

Join Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland and HFM community members, Ryan Vincent Ford and Christian Harris in this inspirational video as we travel the road to self infusion.

Self Infusing with HFM & Christian Harrison (via peripheral venipuncture)

Christian Harris, born and raised in Maryland, has severe Hemophilia B. He is also a SCAD graduate and a professional fashion designer, global garment engineer and artist. His career requires frequent travel – all over the world. Christian learned to self infuse as a young child and when we reached out to him for this project, he was more than happy to assist.

Self Infusing with HFM & Bruce Durham (via peripheral venipuncture)

Bruce has severe hemophilia A. In this video, he demonstrates an infusion with Eloctate.  As Bruce states, “he doesn’t let hemophilia hold him back, and you shouldn’t either!”

Self Injectable with HFM & Brian Scherzo (Hemlibra)

Brian Scherzo is a severe hemophiliac. But, he does not allow his hemophilia to define him. As a 20 year old Computer Science Major at the University of Maryland, Brian is thriving. Upon graduation, he plans to enter the cyber security field. In this video, Brian demonstrates his Hemlibra infusion.

Thank you to the following for making this infusion series possible! 
  • Bruce Durham
  • Ryan Vincent Ford
  • Christian Harris
  • Brian Scherzo

This video series was designed to help individuals with bleeding disorders overcome obstacles to self infusion. Information is for guidance only, not to be replaced by medical recommendations.  

The Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland and affiliates are not responsible for personal decisions made by anyone referencing this video series. 

Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland (HFM)

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