Dr. John Kelton
Fellow
Current Employer
McMaster University
Election Year
2002
Academy
Academy of Science
Discipline
Medical Sciences
Department
Faculty of Health Sciences
Keywords
Medicine, platelets, clotting
John Kelton is a physician scientist whose investigation of platelet disorders and the management of these platelet disorders has led to international recognition. His research focussed on a study of platelets (tiny blood cells important for clotting) and diseases of these platelets. His basic studies have been complemented by clinical trials that have changed the management of many patients (for example, pregnant women with platelet disorders) around the world.