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Brought to you by PerfusionEducation.com. These programs are replays from our live PerfWeb series programs. The programs discuss all topics related to Perfusion and perfusion related topics. The ultimate podcast designed for perfusion, perfusionists,...
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Brought to you by PerfusionEducation.com. These programs are replays from our live PerfWeb series programs. The programs discuss all topics related to Perfusion and perfusion related topics. The ultimate podcast designed for perfusion, perfusionists, ECMO specialists, anesthesiologists and critical care nurses. This podcast is a grate source of knowledge for Critical Care Nurses, CRNAs, NPs, PAs, and Physicians. Our Apps: Critical Care App: https://mediweb.us/critical-care-app/ The ultimate perfusion mobile application designed for perfusion, perfusionists, ECMO specialists, anesthesiologists and critical care nurses. This helpful perfusion tool and critical care app is very useful to manage your patients on cardiopulmonary bypass, on ECMO and in the critical care unit. This tool is a multi functional perfusion calculator, mobile perfusion app, designed with the perfusionist, ECMO specialist and critical care nurse in mind. Categorized to easily find what you need, and includes the popular calculators that perfusionists, critical care nurses and ECMO specialists need on a routine basis. Free updates will be available for users of this perfusion tool, critical care nursing tool, and ECMO specialist tool. IV Medication Calculator https://mediweb.us/iv-medication-calculator/ The ‘IV Medication Dosage and Rate Calculators’ App is a quick and simple reference tool for Critical Care Nurses, CRNAs, NPs, PAs, and Physicians to calculate IV Medication Dosages and Rates. This all-purpose app will calculate critical care medications like Dopamine, Lidocaine and Heparin to anesthesia medications like Propofol, Vecuronium, and Precedex. It will calculate your IV single doses and infusion rates including weight-based medications. It will calculate IV rates in ml/hr and gtts/min. This straightforward app is operated easily from your devise without the need for WiFi.
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Episodes
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #111 Day 3 — What Does A Competent Surgeon Really Want In A Perfusionist — Perfusion
4/14/2026
This podcast clarifies the perfusion umbrella while aligning practitioners' skills with surgeons' demands, offering evidence-based strategies for role optimization. Perfusionists acquire methods to enhance technical execution and team integration, directly contributing to procedural success. This focused discussion delivers applicable value, supporting sustained competence in evolving cardiac care environments. This podcast guest is Vivek Patel, MD. He is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Baylor College of Medicine and works at St. Luke's Health-The Woodlands Hospital.
Duration:01:08:46
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #111 Day 2 — Modalities in Perfusion Practice — Perfusion
4/10/2026
The session starts with a comprehensive review of modalities under the perfusion umbrella, categorizing services ranging from routine cardiopulmonary bypass to specialized support such as venoarterial ECMO for cardiogenic shock or isolated limb perfusion. Speakers discuss regulatory definitions from bodies such as the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP), emphasizing that these modalities extend beyond the operating room into critical care. Transitioning to surgeon perspectives, the discussion examines qualities valued in perfusionists, such as precise flow management, rapid response to hemodynamic changes, and proactive circuit adjustments. Real-world examples illustrate mismatches between perfusionists' actions and surgeons' expectations, highlighting areas such as air-handling protocols and temperature control during deep hypothermic circulatory arrest. The program then integrates these topics, offering frameworks for perfusionists to self-assess and adapt. Case-based scenarios demonstrate how understanding surgeon preferences enhances outcomes in complex repairs, with emphasis on documentation and post-procedure debriefs to foster continuous improvement.
Duration:01:08:16
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #111 Day 1 — Perfusion Compensation and CMS Payments — Perfusion
4/7/2026
PerfWeb 111 Day 1 assesses the potential effects of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) payment policies on perfusionist compensation within hospital systems. This session examines how annual updates to inpatient prospective payment systems and quality-based adjustments constrain hospital budgets, indirectly shaping salary structures and staffing models for cardiovascular perfusion teams. For perfusion leaders, it provides a framework for anticipating fiscal shifts and advocating for sustainable compensation in an era of value-based care. Learning Objectives: Explain the mechanisms of CMS hospital payment systems, including diagnostic-related groups (DRGs) relevant to cardiac procedures. Identify key changes in recent CMS rules that impact reimbursement for perfusion-supported surgeries like coronary artery bypass grafting. Evaluate how hospital revenue pressures from CMS adjustments affect perfusion department budgets and compensation packages. Differentiate between direct and indirect influences of CMS policies on perfusionist salaries, benefits, and on-call stipends. Apply strategies for perfusion services to demonstrate value through cost-efficiency metrics and quality outcomes. Assess negotiation tactics for perfusion contracts in light of hospital fiscal constraints driven by CMS. Develop a plan to monitor upcoming CMS proposals and adapt perfusion practice models accordingly.
Duration:01:15:41
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #110 Day 2 — ECMO Indications and Cannulation Strategies — Perfusion
4/3/2026
PerfWeb 110 – Day 2 examines clinical indications for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and available cannulation options, focusing on evidence-based criteria for initiation in adult patients with refractory cardiac or respiratory failure. This session addresses decision-making in high-acuity scenarios where standard therapies fail, providing perfusionists with tools to assess suitability and select appropriate access strategies. By clarifying when ECMO offers benefit versus risk, the content supports safer implementation in programs managing acute decompensations. Learning Objectives: Identify key clinical conditions, such as severe ARDS or cardiogenic shock, where ECMO provides effective temporary support. Differentiate between venoarterial (VA) and venovenous (VV) ECMO configurations based on underlying pathophysiology. Evaluate patient-specific factors influencing ECMO candidacy, including contraindications and prognostic indicators. Describe common cannulation sites and techniques, including peripheral versus central approaches. Apply strategies to mitigate cannulation-related complications like limb ischemia or recirculation. Interpret hemodynamic and gas exchange parameters to guide initial ECMO setup and adjustments.
Duration:01:55:07
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #110 Day 1 — Professionalism in Large Perfusion Practice — Perfusion
3/31/2026
PerfWeb 110 – Day 1 focuses on professionalism in managing large perfusion practices and training centers, addressing the unique challenges of high-volume cardiovascular care operations. Speakers examine ethical principles, administrative efficiencies, and educational frameworks that ensure consistent patient safety and team performance amid expanding service lines like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and complex cardiac surgeries. For perfusion leaders, this content provides tools to align daily operations with professional standards, reducing risks from scaling while promoting long-term program viability. Learning Objectives Define core elements of professionalism in perfusion, including ethical conduct and accountability in high-stakes clinical environments Identify strategies for scaling perfusion services to support increased case volumes without compromising quality or safety Develop protocols for integrating training programs into large practice operations to maintain staff competency Evaluate leadership approaches for managing multidisciplinary teams in busy perfusion centers Apply administrative best practices to handle regulatory compliance, resource allocation, and conflict resolution Assess metrics for measuring professional performance and program success in large-scale perfusion settings
Duration:01:02:26
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #109 Day 2 — Perfusion: Career or Job Perspectives — Perfusion
1/30/2026
PerfWeb 109 – Day 2 features Joe Basha and Becky Bolkovac in a practical, honest conversation about what perfusion can be: a job, a vocation, a hobby, or a career—and how the way you frame your work impacts burnout, satisfaction, professionalism, and patient care.
They break down the definitions, discuss real-world pressures like workload and call coverage, and explore why team culture and leadership matter—especially in high-stakes environments where the patient must always come first.
Duration:01:04:48
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #109 Day1 — Anamotage Table — Perfusion
1/27/2026
PerfWeb 109 – Day 1 continues with a hands-on look at the “Anamotage Table” and how advanced 3D anatomy tools are transforming perfusion education. Host Joe Basha is joined by Ed Delaney (Director, Hofstra Cardiovascular Sciences & Perfusion Medicine / Northwell Health) and Vivian Moreno to explore how real-time cadaver-based visualization enhances anatomy, physiology, circuit planning, and board review.
The discussion highlights how layered, interactive learning helps students connect anatomy to surgery, improves clinical readiness, and complements simulation training—while reinforcing professionalism, accountability, and lifelong learning in perfusion practice.
Duration:00:36:53
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #109 Day 1 — VR & AR in Perfusion Training — Perfusion
1/27/2026
PerfWeb 109 – Day 1 kicks off with a deep dive into how VR and AR are reshaping perfusion education. Host Joe Basha is joined by Vivian Moreno, Ed Delaney (Director, Perfusion Services, Northwell Health / Program Director, Hofstra), and Marty de Castro (Chief AI Scientist, VIRMEDEX).
They break down how virtual simulation supports earlier clinical readiness, skill repetition, stress inoculation, and objective performance tracking—plus practical details on implementation, costs, and customization. The conversation closes with a look at what’s next for VR-based training and where the technology may be headed.
Duration:01:12:45
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #108 Day 2 — Harlequin Syndrome — Perfusion
1/6/2026
Explore Harlequin Syndrome — differential hypoxemia seen in peripheral VA-ECMO and complex cardiopulmonary bypass cases — in this in-depth perfusion podcast. We define the hemodynamic and respiratory mechanisms behind the syndrome, review monitoring cues, and outline evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and correction. Designed for perfusionists, intensivists, and ECMO teams seeking clarity on a nuanced but critical clinical issue.
Duration:00:55:04
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #108 Day 1 — NRP Ethics & Hemodynamic Monitoring — Perfusion
1/2/2026
The ethics of NRP—current debates, consent, legal/organizational policies, and team communication. Hemodynamic monitoring for the perfusionist—MAP/PPV/SVV, venous oximetry, lactate trends, and practical targets on CPB and ECMO. Learning objectives: Identify the core ethical concerns and guardrails for NRP programs. Build an explicit consent and documentation pathway with the OR/NRP team. Apply a monitoring bundle (flows, pressures, SvO₂, lactate, urine output) to guide decisions. Create checklists for escalation, troubleshooting, and handoff.
Duration:02:01:47
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #107 Day 2 — ECMO Circuit Design and Simulations — Perfusion
12/30/2025
Focus: practical ECMO circuit design and live simulations covering configuration choices, tubing and oxygenator selection, flow targets, pressure monitoring, recirculation prevention, anticoagulation, and troubleshooting. Learning objectives: • Build safe ECMO circuits step-by-step. Choose pumps, oxygenators, and tubing to meet patient goals. Set and adjust flow, sweep, and pressures during simulation. Prevent and correct recirculation, chatter, and alarms.
Duration:01:07:13
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #107 Day 1 — Protamine Pitfalls, IABP vs Impella — Perfusion
12/26/2025
Topics: From underflow to leaving suckers on during protamine—risk, mechanism, and management. IABP and Impella—patient selection, timing, and weaning strategy.
Learning objectives: Recognize perfusion errors around protamine reversal and how to prevent them. Apply a stepwise strategy when flows are low or suckers remain on. Compare IABP and Impella indications, contraindications, and outcomes. Build practical checklists for OR communication and handoff.
Duration:01:55:03
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #106 Day 2 — Albumin or Crystalloid: Clinical Use Cases in Perfusion — Perfusion
12/23/2025
When should you use albumin versus crystalloid during cardiopulmonary bypass? This PerfWeb session provides a clear, evidence-informed look at the clinical decision-making behind fluid selection in perfusion. Rather than focusing on which fluid is "better," this webinar explores the indications, physiological impact, and outcome-based reasoning for using albumin or crystalloid in different perfusion scenarios. Ideal for practicing perfusionists, board prep students, and cardiac care professionals, this session offers the clarity needed to make confident fluid choices during bypass and other critical procedures.
Duration:01:10:29
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #106 Day 1 — The Perfusionist of the Future and Scientific Standards in Evidence — Perfusion
12/19/2025
Perfusion as a specialty has always evolved in response to advances in cardiac surgery, extracorporeal support, and critical care. This session will explore how future perfusionists may need to redefine their role in healthcare teams. The discussion will focus on technology integration, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive analytics. Participants will consider how these tools may assist perfusionists in real-time decision-making, patient monitoring, and workflow efficiency. Additionally, the session will examine the professional challenges of the next decade: maintaining relevance within a multidisciplinary team, advancing educational pathways, and navigating ethical questions surrounding emerging technologies such as normothermic regional perfusion (NRP), mechanical circulatory support, and extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR). Future perfusionists must be both technical experts and critical thinkers. They will need to master new tools while maintaining strong clinical judgment in life-saving scenarios. The speaker will also highlight career growth opportunities, including leadership roles in perfusion education, research, and hospital administration.
Duration:01:41:36
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #105 - Day 2 — Hemoglobin and DO₂ in Perfusion — Perfusion
10/13/2025
PerfWeb 105 Day 2 focuses on the impact of hemoglobin on oxygen delivery (DO₂), a fundamental concept in perfusion practice. This session examines the relationship between hemoglobin concentration and systemic oxygen transport, with direct implications for patient safety and clinical decision-making during cardiopulmonary bypass. Designed for practicing perfusionists, board exam candidates, and healthcare professionals, the program blends theory with real-world applications in perfusion. Learning Highlights: The role of hemoglobin in oxygen delivery (DO₂). Physiological principles behind oxygen transport, Strategies to optimize DO₂ during bypass, Clinical relevance of hemoglobin levels in perfusion outcomes.
Duration:01:02:30
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #105 - Day 1 — Perfusion Board Exam Q&A and Ultrafiltration — Perfusion
10/9/2025
This PerfWeb session focuses on perfusionist board exam preparation with a live Q&A panel of certified perfusionists. The faculty will answer challenging questions directly related to board certification, offering valuable insights for candidates preparing to enter the field. Additionally, the webinar examines the clinical application of ultrafiltration during cardiopulmonary bypass, highlighting its role in managing fluid status, balancing electrolytes, and reducing inflammatory mediators. Learning Highlights: Panel Q&A: Certified perfusionists answer board exam questions. Ultrafiltration in perfusion practice: clinical applications, Managing fluid balance and reducing inflammatory mediators
Duration:02:18:57
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #104 Day 3 — Staffing Crisis, and Accountability in Perfusion Practice — Perfusion
9/5/2025
Staffing Crisis, and Accountability in Perfusion Practice.
Duration:02:38:59
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #104 Day 2 — Z-BUF, Staffing Crisis, and Accountability in Perfusion Practice — Perfusion
9/2/2025
Z-BUF, Staffing Crisis, and Accountability in Perfusion Practice.
Duration:01:03:17
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #104 Day 1— Perfusion
8/29/2025
Duration:03:14:10
Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103 Day 7-Evening — Putting To Rest The Idea That Ultrafiltration On CPB Causes Renal Failure — Perfusion
8/26/2025
Putting To Rest The Idea That Ultrafiltration On CPB Causes Renal Failure.
Duration:02:15:37