This program will address the necessity of developing a formal blood management approach to treating all patients. Conference topics will address the evolving medical literature establishing best practice techniques in preventing and treating anemia and blood loss. Discussion will also be held about how to establish anemia management policies for your institution.

Blood conservation is a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare where the goal is to deliver the highest quality of healthcare while significantly reducing and/or eliminating a patient’s exposure to blood and blood products.

• Describe evidence based medical treatments available to minimize use of, and exposure to, blood products.

The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency- Westin Crown Center Complex, complete with apparel specialty shops, restaurants/eateries and entertainment. A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved at the discounted rate of $119 per night (plus 14.475% tax) for single or double; $144 for triple occupancy and $169 for quadruple occupancy. To receive the discounted room rates call 816-421-1234 or 800-233-1234 and identify yourself as being a participant in the Saint Luke’s Hospital’s Blood Conservation Program.


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