The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) is a pioneering national initiative designed to promote collaboration and excellence in Transfusion Medicine research. CTTG, led by co-directors Drs. Donald Arnold and Jeannie Callum, represents a paradigm shift in transfusion medicine research. CTTG

Presented by Dr. Gwen Clarke Dr. Lani Lieberman Dr. Heather VanderMeulen Dr. Nancy Robitaille Registration Registration is required for this event. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario

Presented by Dr. Akash Gupta and Dr. Andrew Shih Learning objectives Topic one, "Exploring physician related transfusion errors" learning objectives: Review the Transfusion Error Surveillance System in Canada Discuss how transfusion errors are reported Describe the impact of physician related

Presented by Dr. Abi Vijenthira Hematologist & Clinician Investigator, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Learning objectives To understand the rationale for use of CAR-T therapy and bispecific antibodies in patients with lymphoma To explore the etiology of cytopenias and hypogammaglobulinemia in this

Presented by Dr. Akash Gupta and Dr. Jacob Pendergrast Learning objectives TBD Registration Registration is required for this event. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario Regional Blood

Presented by Dr. Nicole Relke Transfusion Medicine 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 current

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

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

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