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En el marco de una misión compartida, este webinar reúne diversas voces, experiencias y perspectivas para fortalecer la promoción de la donación de tejidos a través de la educación.

This webinar provides a practical look at the role of SoHO (Substances of Human Origin) establishments in advancing cell and tissue-based therapies. Featuring real-world examples from Banc de Sang i Teixits (BST), the session will highlight how innovation is being transformed into clinical solutions—mirroring progress across other EU SoHO institutions.

Join us for a forward-looking webinar on the growing role of tissue banks in the Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) landscape.

Join us on August 20 for “The Power of Representation: Why Diverse Stories Matter in Tissue Donation Awareness an AATB-AMAT Joint Webinar.”

Ready to rethink how you approach risk? Join us August 6, for “RISK: The Unpopular Four-Letter Word,” a webinar that will guide tissue professionals through the essentials of effective risk assessments.

We will review different case scenarios from initial donation discussion through family complaints months after donation to provide critical thinking tools that will help tailor the discussion to meet the families' needs best.

This webinar will help leaders embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into every stage of the employee lifecycle. From outreach strategies and inclusive recruitment practices to retention approaches and fostering a culture of belonging, this webinar will provide actionable tools and real-world examples to drive meaningful change.

This webinar will discuss various facets of the common serology tests that both transplant and non-transplant banks utilize in their donor screening and testing, as well as factors that can impact these tests, such as sample quality, centrifugation, timing, limitations of the tests themselves, and intrinsic factors from the donor.

On June 18, join us for another installment from the Back to Basics Mini-Series, “Telling the Healing Stories of Tissue Recipients.” This webinar will highlight the profound ripple effects of tissue donation through real-life recipient stories and insights from a professional skilled in speaking with donor families. Whether you work directly with donor families or simply want to reconnect with the mission behind the work, this session promises heartfelt inspiration and renewed purpose.

The AATB Certified Tissue Bank Specialist Review Course is the only AATB approved course offering 15-hours of total immersion on key areas in tissue banking. This comprehensive self-paced program provides aspiring CTBS professionals with the resources and educational tools needed to prepare for the CTBS examination. The course is also an excellent tool to get a refresher on core principles and concepts that all experienced tissue bank professionals should know.

Clear guidance is essential when navigating the evolving landscape of tissue donation, especially for LGBTQIA+ communities impacted by recent regulatory changes. On June 11, the joint AATB-AMAT webinar, Clarity Around Donation Regulation Changes for the LGBTQIA+ Community, will explore the FDA’s 2025 policy shift and what it means for queer individuals and their ability to donate. The session will address ongoing concerns, provide communication strategies, and offer inclusive language guidance to support LGBTQIA+ donors and their families.

Explore the world of non-transplant anatomical donation in our June 4 webinar, “Non-Transplant Anatomical Donation (NTAD) – Common Recoveries and Considerations: The Importance of Research, Education, and Training Endeavors.” This session will cover the types of commonly recovered specimens, how placement decisions are made, and how these donations fuel research, education, and the development of medical advancements. You'll also gain insight into the importance of thoroughly vetting usage sites to ensure ethical application and safeguard public trust. This is a must-attend for anyone committed to honoring donor intent while advancing medical knowledge.

Building on Part 1, “Artificial Intelligence in Tissue Banking: Innovation & Oversight (Part 2)” returns on May 21, with a deeper dive into how AI is actively transforming workflow efficiency across the field. This session explores not only the cutting-edge tools being adopted by tissue processors but also the regulatory considerations and organizational safeguards essential for responsible implementation. Whether you're already integrating AI or laying the groundwork, this webinar offers critical insights into balancing innovation with oversight.

Get the latest updates on ambient temperature labeling in our upcoming webinar on May 14—"Ambient Temperature Labeling Standards.” Presented by the AATB Standards Committee, this session dives into the recent changes to labeling requirements, offering insights into the rationale behind the updates and practical guidance for implementation. Whether you're in quality, distribution, or processing, this is your chance to hear directly from the experts, stay compliant, and get your questions answered during an interactive Q&A.

AATB continues their Back-to-Basics miniseries with "Back-to-Basics: Quality". In this webinar we will discuss the critical role of quality management in tissue banking. We will delve into a high-level view of regulatory requirements and best practices in the industry. Provide insights into the implementation and management of quality systems and share real cases and workflows.

In this webinar, three industry leaders will discuss the work their aftercare teams have done to collaborate with internal departments and external partners to increase donation awareness and improve support for donor families. In this session, panelists will present on how they determined what resources to provide donor families, how they measure the impact of them, and how their offerings have increased or improved donation outcomes within their communities.

This webinar will discuss the impacts and causes of diseases that have been transmitted by tissue and cell transplantation, including semen and eye tissue, concentrating on infections, and briefly comparing them with the diseases that have been transmitted by organ transplantation, blood transfusion, and marrow transplantation. How tissue banks handled the investigation of some of the fatal cases in the past will be discussed; the recent fatal and nonfatal tuberculosis transmissions will be covered. How these transmissions were discovered clinically and the importance of biovigilance and the responsibilities of surgeons will be covered briefly.

This webinar will discuss the eligibility of prospective donors that have a known malignancy or are found at autopsy to have an incidental, previously undetected malignancy. The potential risks to a recipient of tissue from these donors will be discussed as well as how to evaluate prospective donors for eligibility.

AATB is thrilled to bring you the next installment of the “Back to Basics” webinar series, Back to Basics Mini-Series: Tissue Distribution. We will dive deep into the critical processes of tissue preservation and distribution. Whether it’s fresh, frozen, cryopreserved, or freeze-dried tissue, understanding the alternate preservation methods is key to maintaining tissue integrity. We’ll explore the complexities of allograft allocation and the various distribution channels that ensure timely delivery. Gain a clear understanding of storage and shipping considerations, while uncovering the common obstacles that can arise during these phases. Finally, we’ll take a look at the allograft's journey once it reaches the hospital, focusing on how it is handled in the clinical setting.

Gain practical tips and strategies for delivering confident, impactful presentations in this February 19 webinar. Learn how to structure your content, engage your audience, and communicate your message with clarity—whether you're speaking to a small group or a large crowd. Perfect for professionals looking to refine their presentation skills for the workplace, conferences, or training sessions.

Join us on May 7 for “Artificial Intelligence and The Impact on Tissue Banking (Part 1)”—an eye-opening session exploring how AI is reshaping the future of tissue banking. From enhancing donor screening to supercharging data analysis and distribution, discover how tissue processors and OPOs are harnessing the power of AI to streamline operations and achieve new levels of efficiency. Whether you're just getting started or already deep in the tech game, this webinar offers valuable insights for professionals at every level. Say goodbye to sci-fi myths—this is AI in action, transforming how we work and care.

Discover the key steps and timelines involved in transforming musculoskeletal and dermal donor gifts into transplantable forms during this engaging webinar on February 12. This session will delve into logistics, processing time frames, and critical considerations from donor recovery to graft preparation. Perfect for tissue bank professionals at all experience levels, this webinar offers a comprehensive overview of donor screening, recovery, processing, and distribution.

Deep dive into the operational strategies behind donor transportation management. This engaging webinar will explore the pros and cons of contracting services versus maintaining in-house departments, offering key insights into overcoming challenges and ensuring seamless donor transportation processes. Designed for professionals in tissue distribution, quality, and operations, this session is your chance to enhance your expertise and optimize your organization’s transportation strategies.

This webinar will highlight the special relationship that one Tissue Recovery Agency has with their local Non-Anatomical Donation Organization to support all facets of donation outcomes: from tissue donation for transplant to research and medical education. We will discuss best practices in educating and caring for donor families through this process and highlight ways these two types of organizations can share donor information to maximize the gift of donation and leave donor families with the comfort that their loved one will leave a lasting legacy.

This webinar will address the crucial timeline from donor recovery through the processing of musculo-skeletal and dermal tissues. We will discuss relevant considerations in logistics, time frames for processing, and a general overview of what happens to turn donor gifts into their transplantable forms.

Excellent customer service provided to hospitals and funeral homes can benefit not just the tissue procurement agencies and their partners, but extend beyond to donors and donor families. This webinar will discuss proven strategies and methods to improve and strengthen relationships between tissue organizations and their various partners.

Panelists will discuss their organizations use of texting technology to reach out to connect with donor families. We will discuss when and how the technology is used, known outcomes from the use of technology, any pitfalls, and opportunities for improving its use.

As live donor medical charts are reviewed, certain birth tissue diseases may be encountered. This talk includes a brief introduction to the normal structure of the placenta and umbilical cord. Subsequently, the more common birth tissue abnormalities found in the medical charts will be discussed. The presentation will include many visual images, which are necessary to describe the birth tissue pathology. Donor eligibility and product suitability will be easier to determine with this enhanced knowledge of birth tissue pathology.