Joe presents data on the commonality of clot burden in the ECMO circuit and how difficult it is to detect without a tool that can directly measure intra-oxygenator volume in..
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This is an excellent program with two of the worlds leaders in Thromboelastography (TEG) and Thromboelastography (TEG) interpretation. Julie Wegner, Ph.D. and Dr. Oxana Volod discus the use of TEG..
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Julie Wegner, Ph.D. and Oxana Volod, MD give comprehensive lectures on Thromboelastography (TEG) including waveform interpretation and discussing the associated blood component needed to restore hemostasis.
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Joe Basha, CCP lectures and discusses novel anticoagulants and how they may create challenges to hemostasis post cardiopulmonary bypass.
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Novel anticoagulants part II. Joe Basha, CCP explores more about novel anticoagulants and the unique challenges associated with them in the cardiac surgery patient.
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Tammy Sparacino Journal Club - John Ingram Knowledge Nuggets Tammy Sparacino Journal Club: Heparin - free ( VV ECMO) Veno - Venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in a multiple trauma patient:..
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The learner will be able to discuss anticoagulation strategies for patients on ECMO.
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Joe discusses fluid balance, fluid resuscitation and fluid selection in cardiac surgery and the critically ill.
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The learner will be able to describe how fluid overload is an independent contributor and indicator of mortality.
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Interesting a lively debate on Retrograde Autologous Pump Prime (RAPP) versus Ultrafiltration (UF) for volume control during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
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Nathan Bedair, CCP and Joe Basha, CCP take a deeper look at Continuous Veno-Venous Hemofiltration and examine the advantages of CVVH over Intermittent Hemodialysis for the removal of pro-inflammatory mediators..
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Joe Basha, CCP and Minh Tran, CCP review what Continuous Veno-Venous Hemofiltration (CVVH) is and the differences between CVVH and Intermittent Hemodialysis (IHD). Also described are the differences in diffusive..
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CVVH/CRRT: What Is It And Why We Should Use It More.Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy. Veno-Venous Hemofiltration. Discussion on fluid balance and mortality.
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Intensivist, Juan Carlos Zubieta, MD discusses common electrolyte disturbances seen in the critical care unit patient and how to address these for improved patient outcomes. Dr. Zubieta discusses how to..
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This program discusses fluid/volume management of the cardiac patient undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass and fluid management of the critical care patient in the Intensive Care Unit. This program discusses the perils..
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Super lecture and discussion around management of the Critical Care Unit patient. Common problems if the ICU patient. What is the role of the CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy). Mostly..
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Excellent discussion forum debating the pros and cons of op-cab (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery) Vs. on pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG).
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Dr. Devinder Bhatia lectures and discusses the importance and value of Transit Time Flow Measurements (TTFM) after coronary bypass surgery.
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Lecture and discussion on using different methods and tools to evaluate the quality and patency coronary bypass grafts.
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Dr. Lucas Duvall teaches perfusionists how to read Trans - Esophageal - Echo (TEE)
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Where is the seat of the soul? Historical and contemporary beliefs are explored. Is it the heart, the brain, or somewhere else? The microcirculation? Philosophical concepts are explored by a..
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Dr. Keshen Mathura discusses the MicroVision microvascular scanner and discusses and demonstrates how this tool to visualize the microcirculation can be used in the cardiac and critical care units to..
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Keshen Mathura, M.D., PhD, founder, developer and chief science officer of MicroVision Scan, Inc, a device that uses Side-stream Dark Field Imaging (SDF) to view, in real time, the capillary..
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Dr. Lucas Duvall gives a comprehensive review of how to read CT scans for perfusionists.
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Lucas Duvall, MD teaches how to read X-Rays for perfusionists. X-rays are types of electromagnetic radiation probably most well-known for their ability to see through a person's skin and reveal..
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Learn how to read the basic chest X-Ray, CT Scans, and Trans-Esophageal Echo.
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Dr. Zsolt Garami lectures during our first aired program on Transcranial Doppler (TCD) and discusses the use of TCD during cardiac surgery, as well as comparing cerebral perfusion during antegrade..
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Excellent discussion from a diverse group of perfusion professionals discuss perfusion as a profession and the privilege and responsibilities that come from the professional designation.
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Joe and Tammy have a lively discussion on the conflict that exists between the healthcare professionals oath to our patients and our families during a natural disaster or national crisis. ..
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Tammy Sparacino, CCP and Joe discuss the challenges and advantages of working in a solo perfusion practice.
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