AmSECT's 46th International Conference
Hilton Walt Disney World Resort
Orlando, Florida
April 9-12, 2008
MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
Techniques of Blood Management Symposium and
Perioperative Blood Management Technologist Certification Exam
The American Society of ExtraCorporeal Technology is pleased to offer a special symposium on Techniques of Blood Management. This symposium will be offered on April 8, 2008, immediately preceding AmSECT’s 46th International Conference in Orlando, FL. Subject areas to be presented include:
- Bloodless Surgery and the Improvement
of Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Minimizing Bleeding and Allogeneic Blood Transfusion
- The Role of Extracorporeal Interventions on Optimizing Perfusion
- Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia: Alternative Treatment Methods
- Advances in Coagulation Monitoring: Present and the Future
- Mechanisms of Reducing Inflammation during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
- Autologous Platelet Harvesting and its Applications
Following the Symposium, the International Board of Blood Management (IBBM) will administer a certification exam for specialization in blood management techniques. The examination is a prerequisite to certification by the IBBM as a Perioperative Blood Management Technologist. This exam is available to individuals who are currently performing techniques of clinical autotransfusion and cell processing in the perioperative environment. Registration for the exam is $200, annual renewal fee is $100. To apply for the exam, click here.
Registration & hotel forms can be obtained by clicking on the following links:
AmSECT's 46th International Conference
Advance registration is now CLOSED. Walk-up registration will be accepted starting Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 7:30 am. To expedite your walk-up registration, please print and complete the registration form and bring it with you to the conference. Travel safely and we look forward to seeing you in Orlando.
International Board of Blood Management (IBBM)
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