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  • Fellowship in Hematology

    Designed by: Skillversity
    Duration: 12 Months
    Mode: Hybrid (Online Learning + Hands-on Clinical Training)
    Eligibility: MBBS, MD, DNB (Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Pathology) or Equivalent

    Program Overview

    This one-year Fellowship in Hematology provides medical professionals with comprehensive knowledge and clinical training in the diagnosis and management of hematological disorders. The course covers benign and malignant blood diseases, transfusion medicine, bleeding disorders, and bone marrow pathology through academic learning and hands-on hospital exposure.

    Course Curriculum (12 Modules, 12 Months)

    Module 1: Introduction to Hematology

    • Physiology and function of blood and bone marrow

    • Hematopoiesis and normal blood cell morphology

    • Laboratory techniques in hematology

    • Approach to hematologic disorders

    Module 2: Anemia – Diagnosis and Management

    • Iron deficiency, B12 and folate deficiency anemia

    • Hemolytic anemia – autoimmune, hereditary

    • Aplastic anemia and bone marrow failure

    • Diagnostic work-up and treatment protocols

    Module 3: Hemoglobinopathies and Thalassemia

    • Sickle cell anemia: pathophysiology and crises

    • Alpha and beta thalassemia – diagnosis and screening

    • Prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling

    • Blood transfusion protocols and iron chelation

    Module 4: Leukemias and Myeloproliferative Disorders

    • Acute and chronic leukemias (AML, ALL, CML, CLL)

    • Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)

    • Polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia

    • Diagnostic markers and treatment strategies

    Module 5: Lymphomas and Plasma Cell Disorders

    • Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphomas

    • Multiple myeloma and MGUS

    • Diagnostic tools: biopsy, flow cytometry, imaging

    • Chemotherapy and targeted therapy protocols

    Module 6: Bleeding and Clotting Disorders

    • Hemophilia A & B, von Willebrand disease

    • Platelet function disorders and thrombocytopenia

    • Coagulation cascade and PT/aPTT interpretation

    • Factor replacement therapy and new advances

    Module 7: Thrombosis and Anticoagulation

    • Deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism

    • Inherited and acquired thrombophilias

    • Anticoagulant therapy: warfarin, DOACs, heparin

    • Monitoring and management of bleeding risks

    Module 8: Bone Marrow Disorders and Transplantation

    • Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy techniques

    • Bone marrow failure syndromes

    • Basics of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

    • Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD)

    Module 9: Pediatric Hematology

    • Common childhood anemias

    • Pediatric leukemias and lymphomas

    • Hemophilia in children and prophylaxis

    • Growth, development, and psychosocial aspects

    Module 10: Transfusion Medicine and Blood Banking

    • Blood grouping and crossmatching

    • Component therapy and transfusion reactions

    • Apheresis, leukoreduction, and irradiation

    • Blood bank quality control and storage

    Module 11: Infections in Hematologic Disorders

    • Febrile neutropenia and infection control

    • Viral, bacterial, and fungal infections in immunocompromised patients

    • Vaccination strategies and prophylactic care

    • Empiric antimicrobial therapy and sepsis management

    Module 12: Integrated Hematology Case Reviews

    • Clinical case discussions and diagnostic dilemmas

    • Evidence-based treatment planning

    • Hemato-oncology protocols and follow-up care

    • Final revision, OSCE prep, and assessments

    Clinical Training and Hands-On Exposure

    • Rotations in hematology OPD, inpatient wards, and blood banks

    • Supervised interpretation of CBCs, peripheral smears, bone marrow reports

    • Participation in chemotherapy administration and transfusions

    • Real-time case discussions and exposure to lab techniques

    Assessment and Certification

    • Monthly quizzes, clinical assignments, and logbook updates

    • Practical skills evaluation during hospital postings

    • Final exam and case-based viva

    • Fellowship Certification in Hematology by Skillversity

    Who Should Enroll

    • MBBS graduates, MD, DNB in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Pathology

    • Medical professionals involved in hematology or oncology practice

    • Doctors aiming to build expertise in blood disorders and patient care