TSCS Organizes CME for Nurses and Lab Technicians to Raise Awareness on Genetic Blood Disorders
Dr. Suman Jain, Chief Medical and Research Officer and Secretary of TSCS, delivered an insightful presentation on the diagnosis and management of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia, underlining the critical role of early screening and regular follow-ups.
Hyderabad: Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) has today conducted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program aimed at training nurses and laboratory technicians on the latest developments in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Banoth Sathyavathi, MD (Anesthesia), Deputy DM&HO, Keesara Division, Malkajgiri District. In her address, she emphasized the importance of empowering nurses and lab technicians with knowledge about blood disorders and encouraged them to actively participate in TSCS’s prevention strategies.
The CME featured a panel discussion on “Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia – Diagnosis and Management”, led by Dr. Suman Jain, Chief Medical Officer, Secretary, TSCS, Ms. Ratnavalli Kotapalli, Vice President, TSCS and Dr. K Saroja, Medical Officer, TSCS. The discussion covered clinical challenges and case-based scenarios in identifying and managing patients with hemoglobinopathies.
Dr. Suman Jain, Chief Medical and Research Officer and Secretary of TSCS, delivered an insightful presentation on the diagnosis and management of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia, underlining the critical role of early screening and regular follow-ups.
Other expert sessions included: “Basic Genetics of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia” by Dr. V. Sandhya, Pediatric Hematologist & Oncologist, Rainbow Children’s Hospital and BirthRight, Hyderabad provided a clear and engaging explanation of the genetic basis of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia, while Dr. Mamatha, Research Scientist, elaborated on the patterns of inheritance and prevention strategies for these disorders.
The CME was well attended by nursing professionals and lab technicians from various healthcare institutions, and concluded with an interactive Q&A session & Certificates Distribution.
The event concluded on a powerful note, reiterating that antenatal screening remains a cornerstone in the prevention of Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia, and that trained, informed healthcare providers are essential to achieving a future free from these inherited blood disorders.
