Laboratory Hematology and Transfusion Sciences
| Code | 1023 |
|---|---|
| School | School of Allied Medical Sciences |
| Department | Department of Hematology and Blood Transfusion |
| Degree | Ph.D. |
| Apply | Apply |
Program Description:
Hematology and transfusion sciences are dynamic medical subjects in medical sciences. They are of paramount importance in the assessment of blood compatibility, production of plasma derived biologic components, cell-tissue engineering, cell therapy, transplantation, HLA banking, bone marrow, blood products, etc. Although Hematology and blood transfusion are considered as two subdivisions of the same discipline, they may develop into two separate disciplines in future. PhD of Hematology and Transfusion Sciences has two subdisciplines: Laboratory Hematology and Transfusion Sciences. In this program, students will get familiar with laboratory hematology and transfusion sciences skills and obtain the competence for education, research and laboratory diagnostic services in different health fields at national and international levels. The mission of the program is to train competent experts who can provide both educational and treatment services in different fields of medicine where and when necessary.
Objectives:
Expected Competencies at the End of the Program
General Competencies*
Specific Competencies and Skills
At the end of the program learners will be competent in the following skills:
- Diagnosing and interpreting peripheral blood and bone marrow slides
- Using and calibrating different types of equipment such as; Cell counters, Coagulometers, Flow cytometry, Aggregometers
- Carrying out flow cytometry panel based on probable diagnosis from morphology and their interpretations
- Performing tissue and stem cell culture
- Carrying out molecular tests related to the subjects such as, PCR, RT-PCR, FISH, Blotting, Gel electrophoresis and Karyotype.
- Evaluating and assessing blood transfusion, from donors to recipients.
Admission Requirements
General Requirement: To apply for this program, you will need to fulfill a number of requirements, which can be found in the Graduate Admission Requirements.
Specific Requiremetns: Degree in Doctor of Medicine (M.D) Degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) Degree in PharmD , Doctor of Laboratory Sciences and Doctor of Veterinary or Holders of MSc Degrees in Laboratory Hematology and Blood Banking, Medical Immunology, Pathobiology, Clinical Biochemistry, Laboratory Sciences, and Human Genetics received in Iran or abroad
The eligible candidate should have successfully completed an approved related Degree program and should be proficient in English or Persian.
Admission Deadline
Tehran University of Medical Sciences has a rolling application system and reviews student applications all year round.
However, the deadline for the September intake is June 31.
Education Fees and Yearly Expenses
For complete and comprehensive information about fees and expenses, please refer to the Education Fees and Yearly Expenses section.
Duration: 4 Years
Courses and number of credits:
Special Courses: 17 (Both Laboratory Hematology and Transfusion Sciences)
Special Courses: 10 (Laboratory Hematology)
Special Courses: 10 (Transfusion Sciences)
Compensatory: It varies based on the students’ previous degrees.
Prerequisite courses: 3 credits
Thesis: 20 credits
Program Curriculum
For more information, please download the Program Curriculum of Hematology and Transfusion Sciences
Contact Information:
In case of any inquiries, please contact the Department of Hematology and Blood Transfusion Tehran University of Medical Sciences through the following:
Contact Person: : Dr. Shaban Alizadeh
Tel.: (+98 21) 88982905-88983037
Email : alizadehs@sina.tums.ac.ir
Address: Department Hematology, Allied medical school, TUMS, Enqelab Ave, Tehran-Iran
To contact the Office of International Admissions, please use the following information:
Tel.: (+98 21) 8890 2090-93, Ext.: 168
Email: admission@tums.ac.ir
Address: No. 21, Dameshgh St., Vali-e Asr Ave., Tehran 1416753955, Iran
Apply Now!
In case you are ready to apply, please refer to TUMS Online Application Form below.
|
|
Alternatively, you can visit the following pages if you require more information about the university: