Patient and Family Conferences
AAMDSIF hosts Patient and Family Conferences around the United States each year.
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
Integrative Medicine
Topic(s)
Living Well with Bone Marrow Failure
Presenter(s)
Nathan R. Handley, MD
In this webinar, Dr. Nathan Handley discusses what is integrative medicine and how it can be part of your treatment plan. He answers audience questions in the recording.
Caregivers - Take Care but HOW????
Topic(s)
Pediatric Bone Marrow Failure Diseases
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Aplastic Anemia
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
Presenter(s)
Jane Meier Hamilton, RN, MSN
In this webinar, Jane Hamilton discusses how and why it is important for caregivers to practice self care. The entire interactive session was recorded.
Medical Jargon Made Simple
Topic(s)
Related Bone Marrow Failure Diseases and Malignancies
Pediatric Bone Marrow Failure Diseases
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Bone Marrow Transplant
Aplastic Anemia
COVID-19
Living Well with Bone Marrow Failure
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
Managing Your Treatment
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
In this webinar, Jennifer Lotter explains medical terms most commonly used with a diagnosis of aplastic anemia, MDS, and PNH.
Caregivers: What to Expect When Your Loved One is Diagnosed
Topic(s)
Related Bone Marrow Failure Diseases and Malignancies
Pediatric Bone Marrow Failure Diseases
Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Bone Marrow Transplant
Aplastic Anemia
COVID-19
Living Well with Bone Marrow Failure
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
Managing Your Treatment
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
Presenter(s)
Swapna Thota, MD
In this webinar, Dr. Thota will discuss what caregivers can expect when their loved one is diagnosed- symptoms and side effects of disease and treatments.
Medicare Made Simple- What is New in 2024?
Topic(s)
Living Well with Bone Marrow Failure
Managing Your Treatment
Program participants will learn the basics of Medicare including how and when to enroll, the different parts of Medicare, the difference between Advantage and Supplement plans and what original Medicare does not cover, eligibility, how to avoid penalties, when to qualify for…
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What are Registries?
In the medical field, registries are systematic collections of data related to specific diseases, conditions, or treatments. They are databases designed to gather and store detailed information about patients' medical histories, diagnostic information, treatments, outcomes, and various other factors. The primary goal of medical registries is to advance medical research, improve patient care, and enhance healthcare practices by providing comprehensive and reliable data.
Types of Research
Medical research is classified into primary and secondary research. There are three main types of primary research: basic (experimental), clinical, and epidemiological research. Secondary research provides a summary of available studies through reviews and meta-analyses.
The Medical Research Process
The medical research process is a structured and methodical approach used to generate new knowledge and insights about various aspects of medicine and healthcare. It involves several stages, each aimed at addressing specific research questions, testing hypotheses, and contributing to advancements in medical science. Below are components of the typical medical research process: