Hema Now: Episode 5: The Hidden Impact of Blood Disorders on Brain Health

The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals

In this episode of Hema Now, Jonathan Sackier welcomes Christopher Patriquin, a leading expert in the field of hematology and rare diseases. With a wealth of experience in teaching, consulting, clinical research, and hosting excellent dinner parties, Patriquin’s discussion sheds light on many fascinating topics.

Timestamps:

(00:00)-Introduction

(02:00)-Dogs and dinner parties

(05:23)-Diagnosing and treating rare diseases

(09:42)-Cognitive decline in TTP survivors

(13:01)-Complement component 3 PNH therapy

(16:04)-Importance of apheresis medicine

(23:34)-The International PNH Registry

(26:52)-Developments in hematology

(28:56)-Equity and equality in access to care

(31:25)-Christopher’s three wishes