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Join Us for the Next NEO Grand Rounds on Current Thoughts on the Indications and Side Effects of Platelet Transfusions

Heather Drevna

Pediatrix’s commitment to clinical and research excellence is evidenced by our comprehensive educational and professional development opportunities offered online or during live sessions.

The Pediatrix® Neonatology Grand Rounds series addresses pertinent controversial issues that influence the clinical practice of newborn medicine. Webinars are held on the first Wednesday of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

On June 4, 2025, Ravi M. Patel, M.D., MSc, will lead a discussion of the current thoughts on the indications and side effects of platelet transfusions.

In this session, Dr. Patel will:

  • Describe the epidemiology of platelet transfusion practices for neonates.
  • Review the results of clinical trials of platelet transfusion strategies in preterm infants.

Click here to register for this session.

Ravi M. Patel, M.D., MSc, is a neonatologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Patel’s interests include clinical research and quality improvement.

Dr. Patel received his medical degree from Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. He then obtained his Master of Science in clinical research as well as his fellowship training in neonatology at Emory University School of Medicine.

Please plan to join us for this important webinar and check out our catalog of previous webinars available on demand.

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The Pediatrix Center for Research, Education, Quality and Safety designates this Internet Live activity for a maximum of 1 nursing contact hour. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.