The Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating Network (ORBCoN) was launched in 2006 by the Ministry of Health to provide an organized and integrated approach to blood management in Ontario through the engagement of hospitals and Canadian Blood Services.

ORBCoN supports the implementation of the provincial Blood Utilization Strategy through coordination of educational initiatives to facilitate the adoption of best practices for safe blood transfusion.

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ORBCoN is supported through funding from the Ontario Blood Programs Office at the Ministry of Health and provides information and resources relating to blood transfusion.

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Designed to enhance knowledge of physicians, nurses, and technologists on the clinical use of blood transfusions and blood alternatives.

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An electronic learning tool providing basic information for physicians and healthcare professionals who prescribe blood and blood components or blood products.

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Covers the basics of coagulation from laboratory testing to anticoagulant drugs and management of bleeding disorders.

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Additional Resources:

View the Province’s top ten recommendations for Massive Hemmorrhage Protocol.

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MHP Recommendations

A mobile friendly application that includes the 2018 Ontario IG Utilization Management Guidelines, an Ideal Body Weight Calculator and a BMI calculator.

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In times like these, conserving blood is critical to ensuring this vital health care resource is available for those who need it most.

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Contact ORBCoN:

Online:

www.transfusionontario.org/

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