ISTH Podcasts

What is the ISTH Guidelines and Guidance Committee and how does it influence global patient care? In this episode, Fionnuala Ní Áinle, M.D., Ph.D., Chair of the ISTH Guidelines and Guidance Committee, reveals the critical role of the committee in shaping clinical practice worldwide, the process behind developing evidence-based guidelines and information about upcoming projects. Listeners will also hear about Ní Áinle’s personal insights from her career as a clinician and researcher in Ireland. Learn more: www.isth.org/page/guidancedocuments

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In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, hear from Dr. Mark Thomas of the United Kingdom as he shares his cutting-edge research on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to predict diagnosis and treatment in thrombotic conditions.

In this special late-breakthrough episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, recorded live at #ISTH2025, host Dr. Geoffrey Barnes sits down with Dr. Robert Sidonio, Jr. to discuss groundbreaking results from a Phase 3 clinical trial of rurioctocog alfa pegol in previously untreated patients (PUPs) with severe hemophilia A. Dr. Sidonio breaks down the study design, clinical outcomes, and what sets rurioctocog alfa pegol apart from other FVIII therapies. The conversation explores the potential impact on early treatment strategies, quality of life, and the future of prophylactic care in hemophilia management. Tune in for first-hand insights from one of the leading investigators in the field—and learn how these findings could help shape clinical practice for patients and families around the world.

In this inspiring episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow sits down with Dr. Gabrielle de Mello Santos, an ISTH Reach-the-World Fellow from Brazil and a rising leader in hematology. Dr. Santos shares her journey from medical training in Brazil to joining one of the world’s leading hematology programs through the ISTH Reach-the-World Fellowship. She discusses the challenges and opportunities of practicing medicine in Brazil, the power of global mentorship, and the importance of continued learning through programs like team-based learning courses.

Listeners will also get a glimpse of the person behind the professional as Dr. Santos answers a few fun rapid-fire questions to close the episode. Don’t miss this heartfelt and global perspective on what it means to grow, lead, and give back in the world of thrombosis and hemostasis.

In this special #ISTH2025 Congress episode, host Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow sits down with Dr. James Douketis and Dr. Azusa Nagao, members of the ISTH Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, to explore the Society’s ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive and representative global community. Listeners will get an inside look at the Committee’s mission, current initiatives, and how DEI best practices—like speaker diversity standards and global outreach—are being embedded across ISTH programs. The episode also highlights the launch of a new global survey focused on the experiences of individuals re-entering the workforce after family leave, a critical step toward understanding and addressing structural barriers within the field. Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/3ZK5PGJ

Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow is joined by Dr. Erik Klok and Dr. Geoff Barnes for a discussion on the best ways to communicate with your patients about anticoagulation. Anticoagulation therapy is a cornerstone of care for patients, but starting and managing these medications can be overwhelming for patients. In this episode, we’ll cover common patient questions, tips for improving adherence, how to discuss lifestyle considerations and considering shared decision-making.

Today’s episode is presented by the ISTH in partnership with Vasculearn Network. Vasculearn’s podcast “Clot, Clot, Who’s There?” is produced in partnership with the editors of the journal Thrombosis and Haemostasis at Thieme.

In this special episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, recorded live at #ISTH2025, host Dr. Geoffrey Barnes sits down with two global leaders in anticoagulation care—Dr. Lana Castellucci and Dr. Allison Burnett—to explore the vital role of antithrombotic stewardship in improving patient safety and treatment outcomes. As the use of anticoagulants continues to grow, so too does the need for thoughtful, coordinated approaches to prescribing, monitoring, and managing these high-risk therapies. Together, our guests share real-world insights from research and practice, offer practical strategies for building successful stewardship programs, and discuss how multidisciplinary collaboration can drive safer, more effective care.

In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we’re coming to you live from #ISTH2025 in Washington, D.C.! Host Bethany Samuelson Bannow sits down with Kathleen Freson, Chair of the ISTH Scientific and Standardization Committee (SSC), for an inside look at the vital role the SSC plays in advancing science and setting global standards in thrombosis and hemostasis.

In this special episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome our new additional host, Dr. Bethany Samuelson Bannow—a dynamic physician, researcher, and advocate reshaping the future of hematology. Listen to hear Dr. Samuelson Bannow share her personal and professional journey, including what drives her passion for improving care for female-identifying individuals and those with the capacity to menstruate or become pregnant. From tackling stigma around menstruation and pregnancy to leading NIH-funded research on reproductive health and disordered hemostasis, she brings a fresh, deeply human perspective to the field. Follow her on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bethany-samuelson-bannow-5203ab225/ and BlueSky: @btsamuelsonmd.bsky.social‬

We’re joined by two leading experts to discuss the recently published ISTH-ASH pediatric VTE clinical practice guidelines. The new and updated pediatric VTE clinical guidelines incorporate the latest research in the field and mark the first update to the guidelines since their publication in 2018. Our guests are two members of the guideline panel, Dr. Paul Monagle and Dr. Leslie Raffini, who discuss the recommendations and highlight the most notable changes that clinicians need to know. They also share the importance of global collaboration to support evidence-based, international guidance. Read more: www.isth.org/news/news.asp?id=701912