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• BBANYS October 28, 2026 Webinar - Transfusion Reaction Dataset

  • When
    Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
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  Wednesday, October 28, 2026 / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT

  Title:
  Transfusion Reaction Dataset

  

  Speaker:
  Nalan Yurtsever, MD
  Yale School of Medicine

  Speaker Bio:
  Nalan Yurtsever, MD is an Assistant Professor of Laboratory Medicine at Yale University School of Medicine with expertise in transfusion medicine and apheresis. She currently serves as the Medical Director of the Clinical Laboratory at Bridgeport Hospital and Assistant Medical Director of the blood bank. Dr. Yurtsever is committed to improving laboratory quality to enhance both diagnosis and treatment. Her work aims to advance laboratory testing methods and deepen the understanding of transfusion-related challenges to improve patient outcomes.
  

  Abstract:
  

  Background
  It is well-established that transfusion reactions are under-reported with rates being markedly lower for some serious reactions such as transfusion associated circulatory overload (TACO). We implemented a retrospective transfusion reaction alert system to enhance recognition and reporting of transfusion reactions.

  Study Design and Methods
  We modified an existing transfusion dataset to create a transfusion reaction alert system that flagged cases based on certain criteria and sent an email to the blood bank teams to prompt retrospective review of the case.

  Results
  In six-month period, the transfusion reaction dataset identified 36 previously unreported reactions across the health system with 22 being TACO reactions compared to 17 TACOs reported to the blood banks leading to 129% increase in TACO identification. Following implementation, transfusion reaction reporting at Hospital B increased from 0.627% to 0.683% and TACO identification rate showed 293% increase.

  Conclusion
  Targeted modification of existing resources can increase recognition and reporting of transfusion reactions.

  Objectives:
  After this webinar, participants will be able to:

  1. Identifying all the parties involved in establishing a system-wide transfusion reaction initiative
  2. Demonstrating the effectiveness of an automated dataset to audit transfusions
  3. Applying the outcomes of data to daily practice

  Disclosures:
  None
  
  

  Pricing:

  • Members: FREE (Registration is required.)
  • Non-Members: $45 per session & $130 entire series
  • Institutions: $75 per session & $200 entire series

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• BBANYS November 18, 2026 Webinar - Bleeding and Coagulopathy in Cardiac Surgery Patients

  • When
    Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Online
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  Wednesday, November 18, 2026 / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

  Title:
  Bleeding and Coagulopathy in Cardiac Surgery Patients

  

  Speaker:
  Margo Hoyler, MD
  Weill Cornell Medical Center

  Speaker Bio:
  Margo Hoyler is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she is a member of the Divisions of Cardiac Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine.

  Dr. Hoyler’s academic interests include the perioperative management of frail patients and patient blood management. She serves on multiple national committees related to cardiac anesthesia and critical care, including the American Society of Anesthesiology Committee on Patient Blood Management. She is also a founding member and Vice Chair of the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Critical Care Medicine Special Interest Group.

  Dr. Hoyler is board certified in anesthesiology, cardiac anesthesiology, critical care medicine and advanced perioperative transesophageal echocardiography.

  Abstract:
  Cardiac surgery accounts for up to 20% of red blood cell (RBC) transfusions in the United States, and cardiac surgery patients are at high risk of perioperative coagulopathy. This webinar will review the risk factors and mechanisms for coagulopathy in this unique patient population. In addition, this webinar will present cutting-edge evidence regarding bleeding and coagulopathy management in cardiac surgery patients, with an emphasis on the use of viscoelastic testing and factor/fibrinogen concentrates.

  
  

  Objectives:
  After this webinar, participants will be able to:

  1. Evaluate risk factors for coagulopathy in cardiac surgery patients, including mechanisms by which cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) leads to coagulopathy
  2. Apply current and emerging data to guide fibrinogen repletion strategies in cardiac surgery patients
  3. Develop a targeted strategy for coagulopathy treatment in cardiac surgery patients
     
     

  Disclosures:
  None
  
  

  Pricing:

  • Members: FREE (Registration is required.)
  • Non-Members: $45 per session & $130 entire series
  • Institutions: $75 per session & $200 entire series

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• BBANYS December 9, 2026 Webinar - RH You Ready? A Review of a Blood Group System Through Cases

  • When
    Wednesday, December 09, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
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  Wednesday, December 9, 2026 / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

  Title:
  RH You Ready? A Review of a Blood Group System Through Cases
  

  

  Speaker:
  Lynsi Rahorst, MHPE, MLS(ASCP)SBBCM
  Director, Education & Training
  New York Blood Center Enterprises

  Speaker Bio:
  After working for several years in the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory at Community Blood Center in Kansas City, Lynsi is now Director of Education and Training for New York Blood Center Enterprises. In this role, she supports training of laboratory staff and directs educational programs and content offered by NYBCe for the greater transfusion medicine community. She has served on multiple AABB committees, is an AABB IRL assessor, and participates in Spanish language initiatives in transfusion medicine education. Lynsi is passionate about educating and training the next generation of leaders in immunohematology and genomics.

  Abstract:
  The Rh blood group system has played a pivotal role in the evolution of transfusion medicine, from its early discovery to its ongoing impact on modern blood banking practices. This webinar will explore key historical milestones that shaped our understanding of the Rh system and examine both the well-known antigens and less familiar antigens that can present significant clinical challenges. Participants will gain insight into unique problems Rh antibodies can create in pretransfusion testing, antibody identification, and the provision of compatible blood. Through case-based discussion and practical examples, attendees will strengthen their understanding of the Rh system and its importance in ensuring safe and effective transfusion support.

  
  

  Objectives:
  After this webinar, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe important aspects of the RH blood group system revealed through a review of history.
  2. Identify widely familiar and less familiar antigens of the RH blood group system.
  3. Discuss circumstances in which RH antibodies present unique challenges in the blood bank.

  
  

  Disclosures:
  None
  
  

  Pricing:

  • Members: FREE (Registration is required.)
  • Non-Members: $45 per session & $130 entire series
  • Institutions: $75 per session & $200 entire series

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