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Continuous VenoVenous Hemofiltration CVVH - Part 2

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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Differences between Continuous Veno-Venous Hemofiltration (CVVH) and Intermittent Hemodialysis (IHD)

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.

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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Management of Common Electrolyte Disturbances.

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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Fluid Management of the Cardiac Patient Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass

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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Common Problems of the ICU Patient. Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy

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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On Pump vs Off Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)

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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Validating Graft Patency. Transit Time Flow Measurements (TTFM)

Dr. Devinder Bhatia lectures and discusses the importance and value of Transit Time Flow Measurements (TTFM) after coronary bypass surgery.  

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Validating Graft Patency.

Lecture and discussion on using different methods and tools to evaluate the quality and patency coronary bypass grafts.  

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Trans - Esophageal - Echo (TEE)

Dr. Lucas Duvall teaches perfusionists how to read Trans - Esophageal - Echo (TEE)   

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The microcirculation is it the real residence of the soul?

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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MicroScan Evaluating the microcirculation on Cardiopulmonary Bypass CPB

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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Sublingual Sidestream Dark Field SDF Imaging.

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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Review of How to Read CT (Computerized Tomography) Scans for Perfusionists

Dr. Lucas Duvall gives a comprehensive review of how to read CT scans for perfusionists.  

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X Ray. How to read X- Ray.

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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X-Ray. TEE. CT

Learn how to read the basic chest X-Ray, CT Scans, and Trans-Esophageal Echo.    

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Intraoperative TCD (Transcranial Doppler) Monitoring.

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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Perfusion Job - Perfusionist Career - Perfusion Education

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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Disasters: Your family or your patients.

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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Is a Sole Perfusion Practice Safe for the Patient.

Tammy Sparacino, CCP and Joe discuss the challenges and advantages of working in a solo perfusion practice.  

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Work Life balance of the perfusionist.

Tammy Sparacino, CCP, Tracie Howeth, LBSW and Joe discuss work life balance for the healthcare professional.   

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The Cases I wish I could forget” Learning from our mistakes.

There exists a phrase every perfusion student learns: "Those that have and those that will."  After over 40 years of clinical practice, Joe Basha, CCP discusses some of his most..

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The Unique Challenges Facing Women in Perfusion.

Terry Trifiletti, CCP discusses how she came to be the founder of the Facebook society "Women in Perfusion" and what the mission of the women in perfusion society is meant..

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The History of Women in Perfusion.

Another fantastic program about women in perfusion. Ann Gurecio, CCP, Stephanie Ibus, CCP, Erin Hermann, CCP, Terri Trifiletti, CCP and Linda Mongero, CCP discuss the history of women in perfusion..

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Growing Your Family as a Perfusionist. High Level Perfusion Professionals

Having a family as a healthcare provider is challenging for everyone. Perfusion and having a family has its own unique challenges.  Join the discussion on how other high level perfusion..

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Minimally Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring and Goal Directed Therapy.

Joe Basha, CCP lectures on the technology and use of minimally or less invasive hemodynamic monitoring of the Critical Care Unit patient and the advantages and limitations of less invasive..

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Non Invasive Cardiac Output Devices in Artificial Circulatory Support and ECMO.

Tammy Sparacino, CCP lectures on non or minimally invasive cardiac output devices.  The panel discusses the advantages and challenges that these devices pose in regards to accuracy and dependability, especially..

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Pump and Operative Field Shown Simultaneously.

A unique program showing a multi-camera view of the operating field, the heart/lung machine and the hemodynamic monitors all synced. Narration and explanations by a fantastic panel.  

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Angiovac A Tool for Perfusion. The removal of unwanted intravascular material.

Joe Basha, CCP provides lecture, discussions and case studies on the use of the AngioVac for the removal of unwanted intravascular material.  

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Simplifying Minimally Invasive MVR - Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery.

Mark Mettauer, MD lectures and discusses a novel technique for myocardial protection during minimally invasive mitral valve surgery. Discussions follow about the systemic hyperkalemia technique.  

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