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2023 Group Webinar Series Subscription
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The 2023 AATB Webinar Series subscription includes:
Unlimited company-wide access to 30+ live webinars
Unlimited company-wide access to an additional 180 on-demand webinars
Unlimited company-wide access to all AATB asynchronous module-based programs, such as the "AATB Online Auditor Course" and "Grief and Loss: Defining Concepts and Supporting the Bereaved"
Educational credits, including CTBS, CEBT, RN, and more!
Webinar topics include regulatory updates, surgical application, donor screening, and so much more. All program content has been developed to support the tissue community's diverse roles and experience levels.
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CDC’s Office of Blood, Organ, and Other Tissue Safety is tasked with coordinating investigations of infectious disease transmission from donor to recipient through blood product transfusion, solid organ transplantation, and tissue implantation. This presentation describes two investigations of infectious disease transmission through tissue implantation – Mycobacterium tuberculosis transmission through a bone allograft product and Mycoplasma hominis transmission through amniotic tissue. These investigations highlight gaps in tissue safety and traceability in the United States and suggest possible ways to enhance the safety of tissue implantation.
CDC’s Office of Blood, Organ, and Other Tissue Safety is tasked with coordinating investigations of infectious disease transmission from donor to recipient through blood product transfusion, solid organ transplantation, and tissue implantation. This presentation describes two investigations of infectious disease transmission through tissue implantation – Mycobacterium tuberculosis transmission through a bone allograft product and Mycoplasma hominis transmission through amniotic tissue. These investigations highlight gaps in tissue safety and traceability in the United States and suggest possible ways to enhance the safety of tissue implantation.
Rebecca J. Free, MD, MPH
Medical Officer
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Dr. Rebecca (Becky) Free is a Medical Officer in CDC's Office of Blood, Organ, and Other Tissue Safety. She trained in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Preventive Medicine and is a graduate of CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) Fellowship. She joined CDC in 2015 and has worked on the agency's Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19 responses. Her current research interests include infectious disease epidemiology, specifically as it relates to blood transfusion and organ and tissue safety.
Noah Schwartz, MD
Noah Schwartz is a physician and epidemiologist in the Division of Tuberculosis Elimination at CDC, where has worked since 2019 investigating TB outbreaks and epidemiology. He co-led CDC's investigation of the 2021 nationwide TB outbreak linked to a bone graft product.
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Understand the process of placental pathologic examination, both gross and microscopic Gain appreciation for the breadth of pathologic information the placenta can provide clinicians and families Be able to differentiate between grossly normal placentas, variations of normal, and grossly abnormal appearing placentas Discuss implications of genitourinary-related infectious diseases (GC/CL, HSV, HPV) as they relate to birth tissue donation.
Understand the process of placental pathologic examination, both gross and microscopic
Gain appreciation for the breadth of pathologic information the placenta can provide clinicians and families.
Be able to differentiate between grossly normal placentas, variations of normal, and grossly abnormal appearing placentas.
Discuss implications of genitourinary-related infectious diseases (GC/CL, HSV, HPV) as they relate to birth tissue donation.Anna G. McDonald, MD
Anna McDonald, M.D. - Medical Director Birth Tissue Recovery, LLC Winston-Salem, North Carolina Dr. McDonald completed her medical degree at Duke University Medical School prior to her training at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital (Anatomic and Clinical Pathology residency), Harvard-affiliated Boston Children's Hospital (Pediatric Pathology fellowship), and the Boston Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (Forensic Pathology fellowship). She served as a staff Pediatric Pathologist at Boston Children's Hospital and a Medical Examiner for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In 2014, she joined the Wake Forest Department of Pathology as an Assistant Professor of Pathology with specialty interests in forensic/autopsy pathology and perinatal/placental pathology. She was appointed as Medical Examiner for the State of North Carolina since 2014. She joined Birth Tissue Recovery, LLC as Medical Director in 2016, allowing her to integrate her expertise in placental/perinatal pathology and tissue and organ donor service experience. She is certified by the American Board of Pathology in Forensic Pathology, Pediatric Pathology, and Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
Anna Tirrell, BS, CTBS
Anna Tirrell is the President of Birth Tissue Recovery, LLC., in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Anna began her tissue banking career more than ten years ago, processing amniotic membrane allografts. Since then, she has expanded her roles and responsibilities to include successfully guiding 510k medical device clearance, CE mark, and quality system design. She has extensive experience with FDA and ISO, quality system build-up, and industry knowledge. She is an AATB-Certified Tissue Bank Specialist and serves the Association as a member of the Standards Committee. Anna is dedicated to, and passionate about educating others about the benefits of human tissue donation,
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Dating from antiquity during Greek and Roman times up to 19th-century medical education in both Europe and the United States, informed consent for whole-body appropriation was not always the standard. Grave robbers often provided the specimens; despite utilizing the tissue for educational purposes in art and medicine, consent was not considered. This presentation will document those historical practices and then trace the history of unconsented tissue procurement to current times where violations have occurred for more nefarious reasons. By dissecting the jaded side of history, this presentation will elucidate modern tissue banks' purpose and responsibility for informed consent. In very practical terms, the challenges encountered and the proper manner to obtain informed consent will be reviewed, with a fundamental discussion on why pursuing this practice correctly is essential.
Dating from antiquity during Greek and Roman times up to 19th-century medical education in both Europe and the United States, informed consent for whole-body appropriation was not always the standard. Grave robbers often provided the specimens; despite utilizing the tissue for educational purposes in art and medicine, consent was not considered. This presentation will document those historical practices and then trace the history of unconsented tissue procurement to current times where violations have occurred for more nefarious reasons. By dissecting the jaded side of history, this presentation will elucidate modern tissue banks' purpose and responsibility for informed consent. In very practical terms, the challenges encountered and the proper manner to obtain informed consent will be reviewed, with a fundamental discussion on why pursuing this practice correctly is essential.
Bruce A Rosenfeld, MD, FACS
Dr. Bruce Rosenfeld is currently the Medical Director for LifeNet Health. He attended Northwestern University as an undergraduate and received his MD from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, VA (Virginia Commonwealth University). Following two years of general surgery, he completed his urology training at SUNY Buffalo and is a diplomate of the American Board of Urology and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He enjoys teaching at all levels and has been an Assistant Professor of Urology at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine and Eastern Virginia Medical School. Most notably, Dr. Rosenfeld is a high school varsity basketball assistant coach where he enjoys teaching the game to young players emphasizing how basketball can prepare one for a future well beyond their time on the court.
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This webinar will discuss several pertinent conditions for which nontransplant anatomic donation organizations screen, such as tuberculosis, CJD, radiation exposure, and other relevant diseases. This talk will also include information on collecting data from families and the donors themselves, where possible, as well as interpreting required details from available medical records to ensure the safety of our staff and the researchers and clinicians who will work with these gifts.
This webinar will discuss several pertinent conditions for which non-transplant anatomic donation organizations screen, such as tuberculosis, CJD, radiation exposure, and other relevant diseases. This talk will also include information on collecting data from families and the donors themselves, where possible, as well as interpreting required details from available medical records to ensure the safety of our staff and the researchers and clinicians who will work with these gifts.
Corinne Bell, MS, RD, CTBS
Executive Director, Chief Operations Officer, and Treasurer of the Anatomy
Corinne is the Executive Director, Chief Operations Officer, and Treasurer of the Anatomy Gifts Registry (AGR), a non-profit whole body donation program. AGR is one of the accredited Non-transplant Anatomic Donation Organizations, or NADOs. Corinne has over 12 years of experience in non-transplant tissue banking ranging from donor family services through research client services and executive management. Corinne has been active in the AATB Ad-Hoc committee, recently turned council, working on the physical assessment and risk assessment guidance documents, among other projects.
Corinne has Bachelor's and Master's of Science degrees in human nutrition, focusing on clinical nutrition and epidemiology, and has completed her clinical dietetic internship at the University of Maryland,Medical Center, and holds a Registered Dietitian (RD) credential, and has been a Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) since 2009.
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In this session, we will review of how birth tissue transplants are regulated by FDA and special considerations associated with this unique tissue type.
In this session, we will review of how birth tissue transplants are regulated by FDA and special considerations associated with this unique tissue type.
John Mayhall, MS
Regulatory Affairs Specialist II
StimLabs, LLC
John is a Regulatory Affairs Specialist II at StimLabs, LLC. John has a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Auburn University and a Master’s Degree in Regulatory Affairs from the University of Georgia. John is an expert in the regulation of both HCT/Ps and medical devices, including Quality System regulations, submissions, registration and licensure.
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Contains 3 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 08/16/2023 at 2:00 PM (EDT)
Join AATB and representatives from several tissue recovery organizations for another interactive case study session. This program will review challenging and complex cases, how issues presented themselves, follow-up actions, and case outcomes. For each case, the audience will respond to the live polls to vote for how they would handle each scenario.
Join AATB and representatives from several tissue recovery organizations for another interactive case study session. This program will review challenging and complex cases, how issues presented themselves, follow-up actions, and case outcomes. For each case, the audience will respond to the live polls to vote for how they would handle each scenario.
Nick Cleary,CTBS
Manager, Tissue Recovery
LifeLink of Florida
Kris Evens
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Have you ever called a funeral home to discuss a potential donor, only to encounter an angry funeral director? Funeral service professionals are integral partners in the donation process. However, there can oftentimes be a barrier to cooperation. This may be unspoken or as direct confrontation. It is our responsibility as allied professionals to develop mutual understanding in order to honor the gifts of donation. In this presentation, we will explore the historical context behind the animosity and discuss pathways to mutual understanding and keys to effective communication.
Have you ever called a funeral home to discuss a potential donor, only to encounter an angry funeral director? Funeral service professionals are integral partners in the donation process. However, there can oftentimes be a barrier to cooperation. This may be unspoken or as direct confrontation. It is our responsibility as allied professionals to develop mutual understanding in order to honor the gifts of donation. In this presentation, we will explore the historical context behind the animosity and discuss pathways to mutual understanding and keys to effective communication.
Cody Walker, MA, CFSP
Funeral Home Liaison
Southwest Transplant Alliance
Cody Walker is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, Professor of Funeral Service Education, and Legal Consultant in Mortuary Litigation. Bringing over 21 years of death care experience, he provides a wealth of knowledge to the organ and tissue donation field. With an AAS in Funeral Service, BS in Psychology, and MA in Education from Louisiana State University, he currently serves as the Funeral Home Liaison for Southwest Transplant Alliance in Dallas, Texas.
Alongside his lovely wife, Jamie, they enjoy an active lifestyle with their two amazing sons, Aiden and Lincoln. In his spare time, he enjoys coaching little league baseball, staying active in his church, and volunteering in community service initiatives.
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Our language comes from our thoughts, beliefs, experiences and background - which are all initially internal communications, guiding us into our behaviors. So how do we utilize those informants to improve our outward communications and connecting? In every way, conversations begin connection. In fact, Conversation reveals connection, so when we know how to bring the internal into an external realm, we can improve our communications and boost our positive impact. This Communication focused workshop will share myriad Words to Use and Words to Purge, The Connector's Mindset and other gems you can apply immediately to build competence and confidence in your communications.
Our language comes from our thoughts, beliefs, experiences and background - which are all initially internal communications, guiding us into our behaviors. So how do we utilize those informants to improve our outward communications and connecting? In every way, conversations begin connection. In fact, Conversation reveals connection, so when we know how to bring the internal into an external realm, we can improve our communications and boost our positive impact.
This Communication focused workshop will share myriad Words to Use and Words to Purge, The Connector's Mindset and other gems you can apply immediately to build competence and confidence in your communications.Ginger Johnson
Chief Connecting Officer
Ginger Johnson LLC
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Contains 3 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/18/2023 at 2:00 PM (EDT)
The session will be focused on both transgender donor recovery and donor eligibility assessment. I will review the various type of gender reassignment surgical procedures that may be encountered during donor recovery. I will review the transgender hormonal therapies and the potential long-term effects of these therapies on the suitability of donor tissues. I will also discuss the challenges regarding the assessment of donor eligibility. I will explore the assessment of high-risk behavior in transgender donors who have completed partial or complete gender reassignment procedures.
The session will be focused on both transgender donor recovery and donor eligibility assessment. I will review the various type of gender reassignment surgical procedures that may be encountered during donor recovery. I will review the transgender hormonal therapies and the potential long-term effects of these therapies on the suitability of donor tissues. I will also discuss the challenges regarding the assessment of donor eligibility. I will explore the assessment of high-risk behavior in transgender donors who have completed partial or complete gender reassignment procedures.
Andrea Ho, MD, CTBS
Dr. Ho graduated St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed her anatomic and clinical pathology residency program at the University of Missouri, Kansas City. Following her residency, Dr. Ho completed fellowships in Transfusion Medicine and Cytopathology at the University of Colorado. Dr. Ho has been an Associate Medical Director at AlloSource for approximately 2 1/2 years and is a Certified Tissue Bank Specialist. Dr. Ho serves on the AATB Physicians Council and the Monkey Pox Physicians Council Workgroup.
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This presentation will provide information on the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System operations. We will review the referral process, hierarchy, jurisdiction, and more during the presentation.
This presentation will provide information on the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System operations. We will review the referral process, hierarchy, jurisdiction, and more during the presentation.
Jim Caruso, MD
Chief Medical Examiner and Coroner
City and County of Denver
Dr. Jim Caruso is the Chief Medical Examiner and Coroner for the City and County of Denver. He received his undergraduate and medical training at the University of Illinois and completed a Pathology residency and a fellowship in Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Caruso subsequently completed a Forensic Pathology fellowship at the Office of the Maryland Medical Examiner in Baltimore. He then served as Deputy Chief Medical Examiner for the Armed Forces and Regional Armed Forces Medical Examiner for Asia and the Pacific. Memorable cases include the investigation of the Space Shuttle Columbia mishap and the autopsy of former professional football player Pat Tillman. Captain Caruso spent nearly 30-years in the United States Navy during which time he served as both a Diving Medical Officer and a Flight Surgeon. He has published numerous scientific abstracts, peer-reviewed papers, and book chapters in the areas of forensic pathology and diving medicine. Dr. Caruso resides with his wife Pamela in Castle Rock, CO and has a daughter at Colorado State University and another at the University of Colorado.