Georges-Étienne Rivard

Georges-Étienne Rivard is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Montreal, affiliated with CHU Sainte-Justine. He serves as Medical Director of the clinical hemostasis and molecular diagnostic laboratories for non-malignant hematological conditions at Sainte-Justine University Hospital. Dr. Rivard oversees provincial programs including the Sainte-Justine Hemophilia Center and Quebec Reference Centers for coagulation inhibitors and Gaucher disease.

His research focuses on hemostasis abnormalities, particularly acquired coagulation inhibitors and inherited platelet disorders like Quebec Platelet Disorder. His work spans diagnostic methodologies, antibody characterization, and genetic analysis of hematological conditions.

Recent publications highlight trends in hemophilia inhibitor diagnostics, platelet disorder genetics, and recombinant factor VIII therapy. Key areas include coagulation factor immunology, molecular mechanisms of bleeding disorders, and clinical epidemiology.

Dr. Rivard's leadership roles at Sainte-Justine University Hospital and his provincial program responsibilities underscore his impact on clinical hematology services in Quebec.