Hemostasis Science Weeks

Hemostasis Science Weeks
Connecting experts around the world and across healthcare specialties

Join us March 4–April 1, 2021

Hemostasis Science Weeks event is a free, online scientific series that helps connect lab and clinical experts around the world. In this forum, leading independent hemostasis experts share scientific insights into current clinical practice, what’s new, and what’s coming in hemostasis testing.

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Watch this video to learn what you can expect during the Hemostasis Science Weeks.

Chairman Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs, Head of the Department of Thrombosis and Hemostasis at the Giessen and Marburg University Hospital in Giessen, Germany, invites you to join him and our hemostasis experts for this event.

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Join scientific live sessions with renowned experts.
Engage in live Q&A.
Attend sessions that are relevant for your practice.
Create a personalized agenda according to your interests and schedule.
Receive a personalized certificate of participation.
Watch session replays on demand.

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If hemostasis plays a role in your healthcare specialty, this event will deliver valuable information and insights for your daily practice. Anyone may attend any session. If you are in doubt about which session may be right for you, please click through the interactive recommendation below.

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Agenda

Join renowned speakers in five sessions to gain insights into the latest developments in hemostasis testing and the management of coagulation disorders.

Chairman: Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs

Session 1:
COVID-19–associated Coagulopathy

March 4, 2021 | 3:00–6:00 p.m. CET

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Join this session to learn about the impact of COVID-19 on hemostasis and the pathophysiology of associated coagulopathy. Learn more about recommended laboratory testing and patient management of coagulation in COVID-19.

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Title	Speaker	Time (CET)	Speaker Bios
Introduction	Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs Giessen, Germany	3:00–3:05 p.m.	More Details
Strong Impact on Hemostasis in COVID-19 Patients	Prof. Dr. Sophie Susen Lille, France	3:05–3:45 p.m.	More Details
Laboratory Testing in COVID-19 –associated Coagulopathy	Dr. Jecko Thachil Manchester, United Kingdom	3:45–4:25 p.m.	More Details
Break		4:25–4:40 p.m.
Immunothrombosis in COVID-19– associated Coagulopathy	Dr. Leo Johannes Nicolai Munich, Germany	4:40–5:20 p.m.	More Details
Managing COVID-19–associated Coagulopathy	Prof. Dr. Alex Spyropoulos New York, USA	5:20–6:00 p.m.	More Details

Session 2:
Managing the Bleeding Patient

March 11, 2021 | 3:00–6:00 p.m. CET

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In this session, experts discuss improvements in hemophilia patient management in recent years. Join this session to learn how they not only affect treatment but also the laboratory.

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Title	Speaker	Time (CET)	Speaker Bios
Introduction	Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs Giessen, Germany	3:00–3:05 p.m.	More Details
Extended Half-life Coagulation Factors for Hemophilia Therapy: Clinically Advantageous, Challenging for the Laboratory	Dr. Stefan Tiefenbacher Englewood, USA	3:05–3:45 p.m.	More Details
Emicizumab for Routine Prophylaxis in Hemophilia A: Clinical and Laboratory Experience	PD Dr. Jens Müller Bonn, Germany	3:45–4:25 p.m.	More Details
Break		4:25–4:40 p.m.
Hemostasis Derangement during Mechanical Circulatory Support	PD Dr. Dr. Ingvild Birschmann Bad Oeynhausen, Germany	4:40–5:20 p.m.	More Details
Biology Network Modeling: New Targets in Hemophilia Therapy	Prof. Dr. Víctor Jiménez-Yuste Madrid, Spain	5:20–6:00 p.m.	More Details

Session 3:
Hemostasis Testing in Cardiac and Vascular Disease

March 18, 2021 | 3:00–6:00 p.m. CET

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Prevention of acute thrombosis using anticoagulants is the primary strategy in patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. This session gives insights on laboratory parameters that are key in patient and therapy management.

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Title	Speaker	Time (CET)	Speaker Bios
Introduction	Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs Giessen, Germany	3:00–3:05 p.m.	More Details
Testing for Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs): When and How	Prof. Dr. Hugo ten Cate Maastricht, the Netherlands	3:05–3:45 p.m.	More Details
Drug Levels, Bleeding, and Thrombotic Outcomes in Patients under Direct Oral Anticoagulants	Dr. Sophie Testa Cremona, Italy	3:45–4:25 p.m.	More Details
Break		4:25–4:40 p.m.
The Utility of D-dimer and F1+2 in Cardiovascular Disease and Anticoagulation Management	Assoc. Prof. Dr. Christina Christersson Uppsala, Sweden	4:40–5:20 p.m.	More Details
Real-time Monitoring of von Willebrand Factor in the Catheterization Laboratory: The Seatbelt of Mini-invasive Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement	Dr. Flavien Vincent Lille, France	5:20–6:00 p.m.	More Details

Session 4:
Hemostasis Management in Pregnancy and Obstetrics

March 25, 2021 | 3:00–5:05 p.m. CET

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This session focuses on thrombotic events occurring in pregnancy. Hear more about recommendations for managing women at risk of thrombosis or DIC in clinical practice.

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Title	Speaker	Time (CET)	Speaker Bios
Introduction	Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs Giessen, Germany	3:00–3:05 p.m.	More Details
Thrombophilia and VTE in Pregnancy	Prof. Dr. Birgit Linnemann Regensburg, Germany	3:05–3:45 p.m.	More Details
Hemostatics Aspects of Peripartum Hemorrhage and Impact of Factor XIII	Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Korte St. Gallen, Switzerland	3:45–4:25 p.m.	More Details
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation in Pregnancy: Insights in Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management	Dr. Jecko Thachil Manchester, United Kingdom	4:25–5:05 p.m.	More Details

Session 5:
New Insights in Mechanisms and Management of the Hemostatic Balance

April 1, 2021 | 3:00–5:05 p.m. CET

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In this session, experts discuss new insights into the coagulation process. Learn more about novel factors and mechanisms that can affect thrombosis and bleeding and how they can be managed.

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Title	Speaker	Time (CET)	Speaker Bios
Introduction	Prof. Dr. Ulrich Sachs Giessen, Germany	3:00–3:05 p.m.	More Details
Time to Change the Classical Vision of Coagulation in Liver Disease: From Balance Disequilibrium to Systems	Dr. Joan C. Reverter Barcelona, Spain	3:05–3:45 p.m.	More Details
Coagulation Factor XII in Thrombosis and Inflammation	Prof. Dr. Dr. Thomas Renné Hamburg, Germany	3:45–4:25 p.m.	More Details
Role of Complement Factor H in Hemostasis	Dr. Meike Heurich-Sevcenco Cardiff, United Kingdom	4:25–5:05 p.m.	More Details

Powered by hemostasis experts, presented by Siemens Healthineers

During this time of uncertainty, safety must be our top priority. But we also believe that, especially during the pandemic, staying informed about trends and developments in hemostasis testing is essential. To provide scientific insights flexibly and safely, we will bring this event to you virtually.

As a leader in hemostasis testing, Siemens Healthineers passionately supports hemostasis research and sharing of scientific insights to make them accessible to experts around the world.

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