Taxonomy Code 207ZB0001X

The directory of Physicians (Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine) in Orlando, Florida was last updated 1/9/2024

Physicians (Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine)
Taxonomy Code 207ZB0001X

Classification: Pathology

Description

A physician who specializes in blood banking/transfusion medicine is responsible for the maintenance of an adequate blood supply, blood donor and patient-recipient safety and appropriate blood utilization. Pre-transfusion compatibility testing and antibody testing assure that blood transfusions, when indicated, are as safe as possible. This physician directs the preparation and safe use of specially prepared blood components, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma constituents, and marrow or stem cells for transplantation.

Notes

Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007.
www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definiton added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]

Additional Resources: American Board of Pathology, 2007.
http://www.abpath.org/.
American Osteopathic Board of Pathology, 2007.
http://www.osteopathic.org/certification

Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Pathology.
Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) was provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Pathology.
The Certification is NO longer provided.