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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

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
Transfusion

Feb 6
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: ABO discrepancies: Case studies from donor testing

Presented by Dr. Melanie Bodnar Medical Officer Canadian Blood Services Learning objectives Practice an approach to ABO discrepancies that anticipates further testing and clinical correlation Review advanced techniques for understanding the ABO blood group (genotyping, ABO flow cytometry) Recognize
Transfusion

Jan 30
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Journal club: Therapeutic Strategies and Outcomes in Patients with Hyperhaemolysis

Presented by Dr. Nadia Gabarin Transfusion Medicine Physician Trainee McMaster University Learning objectives Review the epidemiology and pathophysiology of hyperhemolysis Define the clinical and laboratory features of hyperhemolysis Describe reported hyperhemolysis clinical outcomes and treatment
Transfusion

Jan 16
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic teaching: Peri-procedural guidelines

Presented by Dr. Andrew Shih Clinical Associate Professor, University of British Columbia Regional Medical Leader, Transfusion Medicine, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority Medical Co-Director, British Columbia Provincial Blood Coordinating Office Learning objectives TBA Note: The session is a self
Transfusion
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