"Education has been a cornerstone of the NHF, and the Inhibitor Education Summit is a prime example of that," said Bias, who will also speak at both summits. "We believe it is critical to be able to provide these kinds of programs that help patients and their families achieve greater success in managing inhibitors."

In addition to education for patients and caregivers, there is a comprehensive Youth Camp for children with inhibitors and their siblings. Children attending the Youth Camp will have the opportunity to show their parents all that they have learned during their time at "camp." There is also ample time for networking with other families and "ask the experts" sessions to interact with physicians and other key opinion leaders in the field. Since the Inhibitor Education Summits began in 2005, hundreds of families have benefited from this unique opportunity to learn and connect with others who share their experience.

"Comprehensive management of hemophilia with inhibitors is vital for maximizing the quality of daily life for patients with this difficult condition," said Dr. Guy Young, Director, Hemostasis and Thrombosis Center, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and co-chair of the summits. "The 2009 Inhibitor Education Summits provide patients and their families with the opportunity to learn effective management strategies, connect with expert medical professionals, and share experiences with other families." Dr. Leonard Valentino, Director, RUSH Hemophilia and Thrombophilia Center, RUSH University Medical Center, is also co-chair of the summits.

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