Optimizing Cord Blood Search and Selection webinar
In this webinar, expert search coordinators from two transplant centers share their NMDP MatchSource® search processes for cord blood units for hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT).
Webinar highlights
- Learn about differences in cord blood search and selection practices across institutions
- Gain insights into best practices for selecting the ideal cord blood unit for HCT
- Understand resources and support services available for centers interested in performing cord blood searches
Target audience
This webinar is intended for transplant center coordinators, physicians and other health care professionals engaged in HCT source selection.
Learning objectives
After watching the webinar, you’ll be able to:
- Describe best practices in performing cord blood searches for hematopoietic cell transplant patients in MatchSource
- Identify how to access and use NMDP resources and support services to optimize cord blood searches
Speakers
Lisa Getzendaner, PA-C, MHS
Transplant and Immunotherapy Coordinator
Fred Hutch Cancer Center
Michael Aubrey, MS, CHS
Director of DNA Laboratory
ClinImmune Center for Clinical Immunology
University of Colorado Anschutz
Gregory Higgins, MSW
Search Specialist
Fred Hutch Cancer Center
Kelly Lazration, MS (moderator)
Manager, Clinical HLA Services
Patient Operations
NMDPSM
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Explore recommendations to support you from initial patient and cord blood unit selection through infusion and post-transplant care.
Cord blood consultation service
Connect with a member of our NMDP Clinical Services or Medical Services team who is experienced in cord blood unit selection and transplantation.
Cord blood self-paced learning
Gain a better understanding of cord blood unit selection, the benefits of cord blood and caring for your patient pre- and post-transplant.