DOAC Reversal Deep Dive: A Look at Andexanet Alfa
Updated December 2019 By Katelyn Sylvester, PharmD, CACP, BCPS For decades, warfarin was the only FDA-approved oral anticoagulant for stroke…
September 5, 2018
There are many different treatments available for blood clots. Some patients are put on medications, such as warfarin or DOACs. Other patients receive mechanical interventions, such as filters.
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August 30, 2018
Clot Chronicles: Busting Out Pulmonary Embolism
Dr. Samuel Goldhaber discusses the latest developments in tPA. Hello, This is Dr. Sam Goldhaber. I am president of NATF,…
August 6, 2018
Zebrafish: A Surprising Partner in the Fight Against Blood Clots
Updated November 2019 Who would have thought that a tiny fish could change how healthcare providers study human health? Meet…
June 6, 2018
Life on a Blood Thinner: Insights and Advice from an Anticoagulant Specialist – June Online Support Group
Lynn Oertel, MS, NP-BC, CACP, shares her insights on anticoagulation and the different blood-thinners available to patients.
May 10, 2018
Simple Steps to Developing a Beneficial Response to Stress
Dr. Marie Gerhard-Herman discusses the importance of stress management and how patients can re-direct their negative thoughts to lead a…
April 18, 2018
Demystifying the Treatment Options for Blood Clots – April Online Support Group
Dr. Alec Schmaier discusses the different treatment options available for patients with blood clots during the April 2018 Online Blood…
February 26, 2018
The Importance of Follow-Up Care – Feb. Online Support Group
Dr. Rachel Rosovsky discusses the importance of receiving follow-up care after a blood clot. And, in an NATF first, a…
February 26, 2018
A DOAC Deep Dive: Rivaroxaban
Updated December 2019 For the past several decades, warfarin has been the go-to anticoagulant (sometimes called a blood thinner), but…
January 5, 2018
A DOAC Deep Dive: Apixaban
Updated January 2020 For the past several decades, warfarin has been the go-to anticoagulant (sometimes called a blood thinner), but…
January 3, 2018
Anticoagulant Comparison Chart 2018
After being diagnosed with a blood clot, navigating the different medications can be confusing. NATF has designed a chart comparing…
November 26, 2017
Preventing Bleeding While on Anticoagulants
Dr. Elaine Hylek discusses the prevention of bleeding on anticoagulants. Originally filmed Nov. 2017 for NATF’s online support group.
October 16, 2017
INR In-Home Testing: Accessible and Convenient
Updated January 2020 Patients on warfarin need to get their INR levels measured regularly. This often involves visiting a local…