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MCG Health System - Bloodless Medicine
Bloodless Medicine
MCG Health System has implemented the Augusta area’s only bloodless medicine program.
“I think you’d be surprised who among our patients are interested in bloodless medicine,” says Walter Quiller, program coordinator. “Of course, Jehovah’s Witnesses come to mind, but other patients prefer it.”
“Cutting-edge technology such as bloodless medicine is very consistent with MCG Health System being a world-class academic medical center,” says Don Snell, president and chief executive officer. “By offering bloodless medicine, we become a part of an elite group, one of only 180 around the world.”
Bloodless, or transfusion-free, medicine uses multi-specialty pathways to minimize blood loss during medical treatment, including surgery. Also, a patient’s own blood is collected and retained immediately before and during the procedure to be used if necessary, precluding the need for donor blood transfusions. Bloodless medicine represents an ongoing, worldwide paradigm shift toward comprehensive blood conservation efforts.
“Bloodless medicine is an accepted modern medical specialty,” says Mr. Quiller. “In fact, it may usher in a whole new era in standards of care.”
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Mr. Jan B. Wade
Blood Management Consultant
Enhance Outcomes - Control Cost
For Information Call - 360 296-1807
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