ASH Practice Guidelines vs Oncoblast

The ASH Practice Guidelines app provides easy access to every recommendation from all guidelines published by the American Society of Hematology (ASH), including rational for each recommendation and benefits and harms associated with each recommended course of action. The app currently includes guidelines covering venous thromboembolism (VTE), sickle cell anemia (SCD), and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). The app also provides access to other tools and resources designed to aid in clinical decision-making, including links to the published guideline manuscripts, ASH Choosing Wisely lists, the ASH Consult a Colleague program, and the ASH Pocket Guides app. The app also includes links other tools and resources designed to aid in clinical decision-making, including to the published guideline manuscripts, ASH’s Choosing Wisely-related content, and the ASH Pocket Guides app.

The OncoBlast™ app, created by the Binaytara, offers a unique gaming experience for hematology and oncology providers. This app allows medical professionals in hematology and oncology to engage in educational games, enabling them to earn continuing education credits while playing. OncoBlast™ is available at no cost and provides interactive, real-time feedback to enhance learning experiences for providers. Binaytara is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes through advocacy, education, and innovation. Founded with a vision to create a significant impact in the healthcare sector, Binaytara focuses on addressing gaps in medical knowledge and practice, especially in the fields of hematology and oncology. Their commitment to education and training extends beyond traditional methods, embracing technology and interactive platforms to reach a broader audience of healthcare professionals. This app, OncoBlast™, takes us one step closer towards this commitment.