GANSID Healthcare Providers ECHO-Type Case Management Program (Launching 2026)
Overview
GANSID’s Healthcare Providers ECHO-Type Case Management Program is a collaborative, case-based learning initiative designed to strengthen clinical decision-making and improve care for people living with inherited blood disorders (IBDs), including hemoglobinopathies, bleeding disorders, and rare red cell and platelet disorders.
Launching in 2026, the program leverages GANSID’s regional and global clinician WhatsApp fora to create a low-barrier, high-impact platform for continuous learning, peer support, and expert guidance—particularly benefiting clinicians practicing in low- and middle-resource settings.
Program Model
Inspired by the Project ECHO® model, the program emphasizes “all teach, all learn” through real-world case discussions rather than didactic lectures.
- Clinicians present de-identified cases from their own practice
- Expert faculty and peers provide guidance grounded in evidence-based care
- Knowledge is shared across regions to address diverse clinical realities
Who Should Participate
- Hematologists and hematology trainees
- Primary care physicians and internists
- Emergency medicine physicians
- Pediatricians and family physicians
- Laboratory and transfusion medicine specialists
- Other clinicians involved in the care of patients with inherited blood disorders
Key Features
- WhatsApp-based delivery via GANSID’s regional and global clinician fora
- Regular case discussions focused on diagnosis, acute management, and long-term care
- Expert-facilitated guidance from experienced hematologists and specialists
- Peer-to-peer learning across countries and health systems
- Context-appropriate solutions for both high- and low-resource settings
- Continuous engagement, not limited to single events or webinars
Clinical Focus Areas
- Early diagnosis and differential diagnosis of IBDs
- Acute complications and emergency management
- Chronic disease management and follow-up
- Transfusion practices and complications
- Pregnancy, surgery, and special populations
- Practical approaches aligned with international guidelines
Why This Program Matters
- Many clinicians worldwide manage inherited blood disorders with limited specialist access, training, or local support. This program:
- Builds clinician confidence and competence
- Reduces professional isolation
- Promotes best practices and guideline-based care
- Strengthens regional clinical networks
- Ultimately improves patient outcomes