ISTH Podcasts

What happens when patients become partners in shaping clinical research? In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Dr. Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Dr. Sudeep Shivakumar and patient advocate Carol West to explore the role of patient perspectives in the EPCAT III trial, a Canadian-led study examining strategies to prevent venous thromboembolism (VTE) following hip and knee replacement sur...

Women can face unique blood clot risks across different stages of life, from hormonal contraception and pregnancy to the postpartum period and menopause. But there are still gaps in recognition and diganosis. In a special World Thrombosis Day episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Dr. Geoffrey Barnes is joined by experts Dr. James Douketis and Dr. Angela Weyand to ask an important question: Are w...

In episode 3 of this ISTH Pulse Podcast miniseries, experts explore why next-generation mimetic therapies may be needed in hemophilia A and what they could add to an already evolving treatment landscape. The discussion examines how well current prophylactic options control bleeding, where treatment burden and unmet needs remain and whether less-frequent, subcutaneous dosing could support greater t...

In the second episode of a special ISTH Pulse Podcast miniseries, experts explore why next-generation factor mimetics are being developed for hemophilia A and what unmet needs they may help address. The discussion examines the effectiveness of current prophylactic options, ongoing treatment burden and the potential role of less frequent, subcutaneous therapies in supporting treatment adherence and...

In this first episode of a special ISTH Pulse Podcast miniseries, the discussion explores why next-generation mimetic therapies may be needed and where current treatment approaches may still leave gaps. The conversation examines whether existing prophylaxis provides adequate bleeding control, how treatment burden and less-frequent subcutaneous dosing may affect adherence and access and how factor...

In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Dr. Sanjay Ahuja and Dr. Allison Wheeler to discuss the evolving landscape of factor mimetics for hemophilia A. They explore emerging therapies including Mim8, NXT007 and Inno8, the unmet needs that remain despite advances with emicizumab and factor replacement therapy, and what next-generation approaches could mean f...

In this special episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, presented in collaboration with the Vasculearn Network, host Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Dr. Christian Ruff and Dr. Rushad Patell to discuss GLP-1 receptor agonists and their potential relationship with venous thromboembolism (VTE). The conversation explores what current evidence tells us about GLP-1 therapies and clotting risk, including the...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly moving from the research setting into everyday clinical care, offering new possibilities for risk prediction, clinical decision support, image analysis and more. But as AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare, an important question emerges: Who’s really in charge? In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we explore the legal and ethical consider...

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is often defined by a low platelet count, but its impact extends far beyond laboratory results. In this episode, Dr. Danny Hsu and Danielle Boyle discuss the latest findings from the global I-WISh 2.0 Study on patient and physician perceptions about ITP and explore ways to improve ITP patients’ quality of life. This episode is a must listen for people living with ITP...

It's the final day of the ISTH Congress Daily Download! As #ISTH2026 comes to a close, join us for one last preview of the day's scientific program and a look back at an incredible week of discovery, collaboration and connection. This episode features a special message from plenary speaker David Lillicrap, along with highlights of today's State of the Art sessions and Oral Communications. Thank yo...

The ISTH Congress Daily Download is back for Day 5 with your daily roundup of the science, education and networking opportunities happening across #ISTH2026. Start your day with a special plenary soundbite from Alisa Wolberg and a preview of the sessions you won't want to miss. Today's episode highlights Special Sessions, Oral Communications, Expert Insight Sessions, Poster Viewing Networking, Pre...

Description: Women experience unique hematologic health challenges throughout every stage of life, yet many remain underrecognized, underdiagnosed and underserved. In this special episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Bethany Samuelson-Bannow, Lan-Lan Smith and Maureen Achebe to discuss the launch of The Lancet Haematology Commission on Global Female Health and H...

Day 4 of the ISTH Congress Daily Download starts with a preview of today's program, including a special preview from plenary speaker Thomas Münzel. In this episode, we also highlight the State of the Art sessions, learn about a special session on women’s health, and preview today's Oral Communications. We'll also cover Expert Insight Sessions, Poster Viewing Networking, Presentation Theaters and S...

The ISTH Congress Daily Download returns for Day 3 with everything you need to make the most of your day at #ISTH2026. In this episode, we preview today's State of the Art sessions, highlight a Special Session on regulatory topics, learn about late-breakthrough science, and look ahead to Oral Communications and the opening of the Exhibition Hall. Tune in for your daily guide to the science and key...

Day 2 of the ISTH Congress Daily Download is here! Start your morning with a look at the exciting scientific and networking opportunities ahead. This episode features a message from plenary speaker Nathalie Bondil, plus a spotlight on the Early Career Session with insights from session chair Julia Sandrin Gauer. We'll also preview the Publications Session, Special Sessions, Supported Symposia, Ora...

Kick off your #ISTH2026 experience with the first episode of the ISTH Congress Daily Download, a special mini-series coming to you from Paris! Listen to a welcome message from the Annual Congress Program Committee, a preview of the day's plenary sessions, and everything you need to know before the Congress begins. We'll also cover registration reminders, highlight can't-miss events like the Openin...

The ISTH is taking action to advance women’s health and influence the future of global health policy. Hear from leaders from the ISTH Global Public Affairs Committee Donna DiMichele and Flora Peyvandi about the mission of the committee, the challenges facing women with bleeding and clotting disorders and the Society’s efforts to promote more equitable care worldwide. Plus, get an exclusive preview...

Finding the right mentor can shape the trajectory of an entire career. Join host Geoff Barnes as he speaks with David Ginsburg, a recipient of the 2026 ISTH Outstanding Mentor Award, alongside Randal Westrick, the colleague who nominated him for the award. They share personal stories from their 30-year mentorship journey, offer practical advice for identifying and building meaningful mentor relati...

How can we make anticoagulation care safer and more consistent? In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, Dr. Geoff Barnes speaks with Youssef Bessada and Nibal Chamoun about antithrombotic stewardship, global challenges in anticoagulation management and a new ISTH–Anticoagulation Forum collaboration aimed at advancing safer care worldwide. If you're attending the ISTH 2026 Congress in Paris, be...

Gene therapy is transforming the future of hemophilia care, but its impact goes far beyond clinical outcomes. In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we explore the psychological dimensions of this groundbreaking shift from lifelong management to a potential one-time treatment. Host Julia Sandrin Gauer is joined by Aida Peyvandi of the University of Milan to discuss her recent educational revie...

Cancer-associated thrombosis remains one of the most complex and high-burden complications facing patients with cancer and the clinicians who care for them. Darko Antic, M.D., a leading hematologist from Serbia, discusses the real-world challenges of diagnosing and managing thrombosis in patients with cancer, particularly those with hematological malignancies. Together with host Julia Sandrin Gaue...

The countdown to the ISTH 2026 Congress is on and in this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, we’re taking you behind the scenes of how one of the world’s leading scientific meetings comes together. Host Geoff Barnes is joined by Annual Congress Planning Committee leaders Marc Carrier and Françoise Dignat-George for an inside look at the planning and vision shaping this year’s program. With more th...

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is one of the most urgent diagnoses in hematology where every minute counts and laboratory data is critical. In this episode, experts Long Zheng and Ravi Sarode discuss the critical role of the laboratory in diagnosing and managing TTP, with a special focus on the complexities of ADAMTS13 testing. Together, they unpack the latest ISTH guideline updates, co...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping medicine, but it’s about more than just algorithms. In this episode of the ISTH Pulse Podcast, host Geoff Barnes speaks with Suthesh Sivapalaratnam and Nick Gleadall about how AI and machine learning are being used to analyze large-scale datasets, identify disease earlier and support better patient care in thrombosis and hemostasis. They also discuss th...

What does it take to turn fundamental science into meaningful advances in patient care? Today, we hear from Marie Hollenhorst, M.D., Ph. D., a physician-scientist working at the intersection of patient care and research. She discusses her early curiosity about blood science and shares some of the latest research from her lab in the U.S., including the 2024 ISTH Fundamental Research Career Developm...