May 7
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Intravenous Albumin: A focus on recent publications and a review of new guidelines

Presented by Dr. Justyna Bartoszko Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Faculty of Medicine at University of Toronto Learning objectives To understand the physiological effects of exogenous albumin To clarify the formulations of albumin available in Canada and their

Apr 30
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Annual Article Round Up

Presented by Dr. Laura Tapley Hematology | Transfusion Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine | Kelowna General Hospital Transfusion Service Medical Director | Interior Health Learning objectives 1. Review notable articles published in the last year with a focus on hospital based

Apr 16
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Science: Product and process development research at Canadian Blood Services

Presented by Dr. Geraldine Walsh Scientist Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Be able to explain the role of the Product and Process Development group at Canadian Blood Services; Understand the steps needed to support product and process changes at Canadian Blood Services; Describe at a

Apr 9
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Journal club: Exploring Transfusion Thresholds in Myelodysplastic Syndromes: Insights from the RBC-ENHANCE Pilot Randomized Trial

Presented by Dr. Thamer Albegamy Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of British Columbia Learning objectives Examine the impact of transfusion thresholds on quality of life among MDS patients, highlighting the balance between clinical benefits and patient-centered outcomes. Understand

Apr 2
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Introduction to quality improvement

Presented by Dr. Krista Marcon Haematopathologist | Vancouver General Hospital Clinical Assistant Professor | University of British Columbia Learning objectives 1. Differentiate QI from Research 2. Describe the Model for Improvement 3. Write an Aim statement 4. Describe the importance of collecting

Mar 19
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Transfusion reactions: "Minor" reactions and the Quebec hemovigilance system

Presented by Dr. Pierre-Aurèle Morin Hématologue, chef du service de médecine transfusionnelle CIUSSS de l'Estrie - CHUS Professeur adjoint, Faculté de médecine et des sciences de la santé Université de Sherbrooke Learning objectives Describe the structure of Quebec's hemovigilance system Discuss

Mar 12
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Institutional Evolution of transfusion management in liver transplant and liver resection surgery - Navigating limited evidence, silos, and medical culture

Presented by Dr. Jacqueline Trudeau Medical Director Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Care Learning objectives - Describe the transfusion related considerations for patients with ESLD undergoing surgery - Overview of the perioperative management of liver transplant and liver resection

Mar 5
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Journal club: Whole blood versus component therapy in trauma patients

Presented by Dr. Sebastian Vuong Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee McMaster University Learning objectives To present a brief historical review of the Canadian military contribution to whole blood transfusion. To review the current landscape of whole blood use. To present and critically

Jun 4
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Nightmare HLA cases in platelet transfusion

Presented by Dr. Matthew Seftel Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Dr. Johnathan Mack Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Ms. Jacqueline Wong MLT Charge Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Review the patterns and causes of platelet transfusion refractoriness Outline how to diagnose

Feb 27
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Providing Rare Red Cells

Presented by Dr. Matthew Yan Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Provide an overview of Canadian Blood Services’ Rare Blood Program (RBP) Highlight a collaborative management approach to a rare red cell request, including inventory and logistical considerations Review cases