2024 Phyllis Unger Case Series (PUCS) Meeting
The ILABB PUCS meeting is a gathering of Illinois-based transfusion professionals and trainees. Interesting case presentations and discussions are enjoyed over dinner. This is a great opportunity to share in interesting cases and to meet and network with other blood banking professionals. This year, attendance is FREE! However, registration is required: Please submit your registration here. Registration will close on October 31, 2024. ILABB will be accepting donations to defray the cost of hosting; if you would like to donate, follow this Paypal donation link.
Meeting date/time: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 | Doors open at 5:30pm CST | Program starts at 6:30pm CST | Intended adjournment by 8:30pm
Meeting location: Elmhurst Hospital | 155 E Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst, IL
Abstract submission will also close on October 31, 2024. Abstracts must meet the following criteria:
Must be blood banking related; this includes topics in immunohematology, clinical transfusion medicine, laboratory quality, and others.
As this is a case series meeting, abstracts should feature a case vignette and should include the following sections: Background, Case Presentation, Conclusion
Abstracts are limited to 500 words.
To submit an abstract, email us directly at ilabbinfo@gmail.com. If accepted, a powerpoint presentation will be required (no longer than 15 minutes). Due to technical and logistical limitations, presentations will only be given in-person.
Note: This year, in keeping with ILABB's educational mission, we are offering drafting assistance to any trainees (MLS, pathology, or otherwise) who need help preparing their abstract. This is intended for junior trainees who may not have experience drafting for presentation or publication. Please email us directly at ilabbinfo@gmail.com to be connected with a board member who can help with your abstract idea!
If you have any questions, please email us at ilabbinfo@gmail.com