Ravindra Sarode

Ravindra Sarode, MD, is a Professor of Pathology (Tenure Track) and Internal Medicine (Hematology/Oncology) at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He serves as Chief of Pathology, Medical Director of Clinical Laboratory Services, and Medical Director of the Division of Transfusion Medicine and Hemostasis. He holds the John H. Childers, MD Professorship in Pathology.

Education:

• MBBS from MGM Medical College, Indore, India
• Pathology and Hematology training at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
• Transfusion Medicine Fellowship at the Blood Center of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Research Interests:

• Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP)
• Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)
• Therapeutic Apheresis
• Sickle Cell Anemia Management
• Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome
• Rebalanced Hemostasis in Cirrhosis
• Optimizing Blood Product Utilization

Recent Research Trends: Dr. Sarode's articles focus on advancing clinical practices in anticoagulant reversal, apheresis technologies, and thrombosis management. His work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to reduce unnecessary blood product use and improve outcomes in critical care settings.

Awards:

• ASFA Presidential Award
• Outstanding Physician Award (University Hospitals of Cleveland)
• Vernie A. Stembridge Resident Teaching Award

Advising & Grants:

• Principal Investigator for 12+ clinical trials, including warfarin reversal studies
• Member of DHHS Advisory Committee on Blood/Tissue Safety

Labs/Teams: Directs the Division of Transfusion Medicine and collaborates with Veripath Laboratories for advanced diagnostic services.