Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy: A Hands-on Skills Workshop (APPOS New Orleans 2024)

New Orleans, LA US
September 21, 2024

The Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy: A Hands-on Skills Workshop will be taught by two APP faculty experts with experience in performing bone marrow biopsy procedures using a manual and powered approach. The faculty will begin the workshop by presenting a short slide presentation that provides an overview of the bone marrow biopsy procedure (12-15 minutes). Following this, the expert faculty will demonstrate the manual and powered techniques while learners observe. The remaining time will be allocated for learner hands-on skills practice.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify the posterior iliac crest and options for positioning the patient    
2. Determine the indications and contraindications for bone marrow aspiration or core biopsy     
3. Describe how to anesthetize the patient's skin, subcutaneous tissue and periosteum in advance of a bone marrow aspiration or core biopsy    
4. Demonstrate the proper technique for performing bone marrow aspiration and core biopsy via simulation using a manual approach and a powered system    

 

Registration

Pricing

Deadline

Early Bird$50August 20, 2024
Final$75September 20, 2024

 

This special session will take place Friday morning September 20th, 2024 from 6:45 am – 8:00 am CST at APPOS New Orleans 2024 and can accommodate up to 12 learners. SEATS ARE LIMITED!!!  You must be registered for APPOS New Orleans 2024 before you can register for this workshop.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
    Horizon CME designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Course opens: 
04/24/2024
Course expires: 
10/21/2024
Event starts: 
09/21/2024 - 4:45am PDT
Event ends: 
09/21/2024 - 6:00am PDT
Cost:
$50.00
Rating: 
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Royal Sonesta New Orleans
300 Bourbon St
New Orleans, LA 70130
United States

Faculty

Hana Safah, MD

Dr. Hana Safah is a Healthcare Administration Executive and Specialist in Heme Malignancies Board-Certified Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine Hematology and Medical Oncology Physician with 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in directing stem cell therapy programs. She has a background in clinical work experience, clinical research roles, medical director roles, PI roles, board appointments, and academic appointments. Hana Safah has significant expertise in Clinical Practice Operations, Establishing Programs and Centers of Excellence, Quality and Compliance, Contracting, Clinical Research, Financial Planning, Physician Recruitment/Retention, Best Practices, and Academic Processes. A respected industry thought leader and national speaker on heme malignancy, multiple myeloma, MPN and MDS, stem cell, leukemia, bone marrow, AML, and lymphomas.

Dr. Safah is an innovator, strategic thinker, and visionary leader who develops, mentors, and leads staff to perform beyond their core capabilities. Strong clinical background coupled with a collaborative management style that inspires extraordinary results by engaging associates, valuing diversity, and establishing centers of excellence. Her proven ability to develop and manage integrated clinical programs that ensure sound medical practices, achieve quality outcomes, and reach financial metrics.

 

Available Credit

  • 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
    Horizon CME designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Price

Cost:
$50.00
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Prerequisites

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