AATB emailed a Member Satisfaction Survey through Survey Monkey to all AATB Members on Tuesday, Oct. 18. If you did not receive the survey, please check your spam. The results of this brief survey will help us identify the needs and preferences of our members and the changes we could implement to remain adaptive and enhance the member experience. Individuals who complete the survey and leave their name and email address will be entered into a drawing to win one (1) of five (5) gift cards. The survey closes Tuesday, Nov. 1. If you have questions or problems accessing the survey, please email davisa@aatb.org.

Today we celebrate Breast Reconstruction Awareness, or BRA Day! This national initiative was designed to promote education, awareness, and access to information regarding post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.

There's still time to register for the 2022 CTBS Exam! The Exam will be given Oct. 1-31, 2022, and seats are limited. Register today to secure a seat at your preferred testing location.

Medical Xpress
Over expressing cellular protein 14-3-3τ in tumors leads to cancer cells becoming estrogen receptor negative.

Healio Dermatology
According to a new study, head and neck tumors from Merkel cell carcinoma had the highest morbidity rates.

Medical News Today
In a new study published in Nature Communications, researchers found that tissue is more impacted by aging than by DNA.

Fierce Biotech
The death was classified as a suspected unexpected serious adverse reaction (SUSAR). FDA is analyzing the data to determine the best way to proceed.

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Vitamin D is helpful for heart health, bone strength, and immune function, but ongoing research shows only small-to-moderate amounts of vitamin D are needed for cardiovascular support.

When it comes to working with donor families, often there is a focus on training coordinators to be skilled in facilitating authorization and conducting DRAIs. What happens when a donor family has an unfavorable post-donation experience? Join AATB Nov. 9 to review case studies and explore best practices for handling difficult conversations with donor families after donation.

Join AATB and speakers from multiple tissue processors on Nov. 16 to review common challenges faced between tissue processors and recovery organizations including information sharing.

Nationwide: The Accreditation Inspector shall be responsible for assessing activities, via record review and on-site observation, performed by tissue transplant and/or non-transplant establishments seeking accreditation with the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB).

San Antonio, Texas: Bone Bank Allografts is the distributor of the SteriGraft® line of high-quality bone and soft tissue allografts to medical professionals. BBA became a part of Globus Medical in 2014 and has continued to help doctors and their patients with over 1 million successful transplantations. Join us!

San Antonio, Texas: Bone Bank Allografts is the distributor of the SteriGraft® line of high-quality bone and soft tissue allografts to medical professionals. BBA became a part of Globus Medical in 2014 and has continued to help doctors and their patients with over 1 million successful transplantations. Join us!