Medical Professionals

Bloodless Medicine and Surgery Presentation

Request a Presentation

Physician and Nursing groups in the greater Pittsburgh area may request a presentation on Bloodless Medicine and Surgery presented by an Allegheny General Hospital physician experienced in treating patients who refuse transfusions. Medical Grand Rounds, Surgical Grand Rounds, Nursing Grand Rounds as well as presentations to smaller groups of medical professionals are available.

Click here to describe the needs of your group.

Jehovah's Witnesses and Blood Products

Understanding Jehovah’s Witnesses and their View of Blood Products

As medical care providers we appreciate the need to respect the beliefs, culture, customs and religious viewpoints of our patients. But what happens when we do not personally understand the viewpoint of a certain person or group? Read an overview of  the products and procedures which Jehovah’s Witnesses may and may not accept.

Questions and Answers

What is Hemin?
How is it Used?

Are there details about this minor blood fraction you need to know when choosing a treatment? Learn about hemin and it's uses.

Questions and Answers

What is VZIg?

A hospital may ask you to indicate whether or not you will accept VZIg. Would you recognize that term? Would you be willing to accept it?

Ready Reference

Understanding Blood and Blood Components

Blood and Blood Fractions Chart

Learn more about blood and 'minor blood fractions' with this helpful interactive chart.