ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Are blood transfusions always the best option? Modern medicine is changing the way we think about blood transfusions, anemia, and surgery, and every patient should know why.
In this episode of Let's Talk PBM, host Sarah is joined by Joshua Ozawa-Morriello, Nurse Practitioner, and Kelly Martin, RN, quality leader and Patient Blood Management (PBM) program expert, to explore the myths and realities surrounding blood transfusions and the growing movement toward Patient Blood Management (PBM).
Together, they discuss:
- Why blood transfusions aren't always the first or best treatment
- What Patient Blood Management (PBM) means for patients; how anemia can impact surgery and recovery
- Why optimizing your own blood before surgery matters
- Questions every patient should ask before receiving a blood transfusion.
- The evolution of PBM into an officially recognized nursing specialty.
- How this change is improving patient safety and healthcare outcomes worldwide.
Whether you're preparing for surgery, living with anemia, caring for a loved one, or simply interested in the future of medicine, this conversation offers valuable insights into how healthcare is evolving to improve patient outcomes while preserving one of our most precious resources; our own blood.
💬 What questions do you have about blood transfusions or preparing for surgery? Share them in the comments—we'd love to hear from you!
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