Celebrating young researchers: A look back at CBR Research Day 2024
Our partnership with the Centre for Blood Research (CBR) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is helping to train the next generation of researchers in transfusion science. This blog post highlights just some of the achievements in education, training or knowledge mobilization accomplished by CBR trainees. This is a repost of a blog written by CBR summer students Jackie Hagstrom, Mohammed Al-Seragi and Nastaran Davilu. It was edited by CBR Communications and Programs Coordinator Kaitlyn Chuong, and originally appeared on the CBR blog in September 2024. Each year, CBR’s Research Day
September 10, 2024
Jun 17 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Journal Club: The clot thickens: Tranexamic acid for postpartum bleeding. Insights from the WOMAN-2 Trial
Presented by Dr. Nicole Relke Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of Toronto Learning objectives 1. Describe the pathophysiology of postpartum hemorrhage and rationale for TXA use 2. Critically appraise the WOMAN-2 trial, including its methodology and clinical impact 3. Evaluate the
Jun 10 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic teaching: To Exchange, or Not to Exchange, that is the Question (And how!): A Presentation on Therapeutic Apheresis in Three Acts
Presented by Dr. Johnathan Mack Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Explain challenges associated with the diagnosis of immune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (iTTP) Describe key technical considerations for providing apheresis in a patient receiving extracorporeal
May 13 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic teaching: Emerging infectious risks for transfusion
Presented by Dr. Carmen Charlton Medical Microbiologist Donation Policy & Studies Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Identify new and emerging transfusion-transmitted infections Describe how climate change is modifying the geographical distribution of infectious diseases Discuss the role of
Presented by Dr. Matthew Yan Dr. Evangelia (Elina) Vlachodimitropoulou Dr. Ann Tran Moderated by Drs. Gwen Clarke and Lani Lieberman Learning objectives Develop an approach to the assessment and management of the non-D, non-Kell antibodies during pregnancy Create an algorithm of transfusion testing
Apr 29 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Journal club: PRICE-2 Trial Hypovolaemic Phlebotomy in Hepatic Resection
Presented by Dr. Vivien Hu Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of British Columbia Learning objectives Review recent literature on hypovolemic phlebotomy Discuss hypovolemic phlebotomy as a blood conservation strategy Understand the background regarding hepatic surgery and blood loss
Apr 15 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic teaching: Pediatric and Neonatal Transfusion Practice
Presented by Dr. Sarah Tehseen Assistant Professor Paediatric Haematology/Oncology Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon Learning objectives Developmental hematologic differences relevant for transfusion Transfusion medicine laboratory testing for neonates and infants Blood Component administration
Apr 8 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Topic teaching: Serologic workup at an immunohaematology reference lab
Presented by Dr. Akash Gupta Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Review the principles behind red cell agglutination Discuss common and advanced serologic techniques Develop an approach to positive antibody screen investigations Note: The session is a self-approved group
Presented by Dr. Valérie Arseneault Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist CHU Sainte-Justine Learning objectives Discuss key physiological differences in pediatrics compared to adults regarding massive hemorrhage and transfusion. Understand the definition of massive hemorrhage protocol and activation
Mar 18 12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual
Journal club: Innovative transfusion strategies for blood deserts in disaster settings
Presented by Dr. Ali Seyed Tabatabaey Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee University of Toronto Learning objectives Understanding definitions of "Mass Casualty Incident" and "blood desert" Understand stages of response to disasters Familiarization with The WHO guidance on managing blood supplies
