Best Perfusion Podcasts (2025)

With Edward Hulten, Brown University, Providence, and Islam Shatla, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, USA. Link to ediBy European Society of Cardiology

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In a Heartbeat: Episode 9 19:26

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JNC CardioConnect has expanded to include a new episode format that homes in on the most important pearls from each new research article in the latest Journal of Nuclear Cardiology issue. In a Heartbeat episodes feature JNC Early Career Editorial Board members and JNC associate editors joining Editor-in-Chief Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, MASNC, for foc…

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When Wildlife Meets Urban Life: The Salmonella Connection 24:23

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Send us a text Salmonellosis is far more than just a risk from undercooked burgers. In this eye-opening conversation, wildlife health experts Dr. Sonia Hernandez and Dr. Kim Perez reveal how everyday environmental exposures may pose significant yet underrecognized transmission hazards for this dangerous bacteria. The researchers unpack their fascin…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103-Day 6 — Weaning the fiO2 on VA ECMO. Is This Safe Practice? — Perfusion 1:04:20

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Weaning the fiO2 on VA ECMO. Is This Safe Practice?By MediWeb

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Building a Cardiac CT Program Series: Seth Uretsky | Sponsored episode 31:24

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In this industry sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath speaks with Dr. Seth Uretsky from Morristown Medical Center about the growth of their multimodality cardiac imaging program. Tune in and enjoy! This episode is sponsored by GE HealthCare. References to a specific product, process, or service by speakers in this podcast episode do not consti…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103-Day 5 — When to Say Enough. The Difficulty of Recognizing Futility in the Patient on ECMO — Perfusion 55:40

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When to Say Enough. The Difficulty of Recognizing Futility in the Patient on ECMO.By MediWeb

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Episode 8: When normal SPECT isn’t reassuring—Rethinking risk in exercise SPECT 19:43

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In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, MASNC, is joined by Steven C. Scherping, III, MD, and ASNC President-elect Jamieson M. Bourque, MD, MHS, FASNC, from the University of Virginia to discuss their manuscript 'The prevalence and prognostic impact of additive abnormal stress exercise markers in patients with normal stress myocar…

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Comfort Without Compromise: Phenylbutazone and Mare Fertility 16:12

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Send us a text Challenging conventional wisdom in equine reproduction, this episode explores revolutionary research about phenylbutazone's impact on embryo production in mares. When previous studies claimed mares on "bute" had zero successful embryos via intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), Dr. Kristen Loncar and her team questioned these findi…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103-Day 4 —Massive Hemorrhage of an ECMO Patients - Requiring Six Full MTP's — Perfusion 54:12

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Massive Hemorrhage of an ECMO Patients - Requiring Six Full MTP'sBy MediWeb

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The Future is knocking: Resuscitation On Our Doorstep 38:51

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Billy and Joe talk about what's on the horizon in the resuscitation. Contact Info: https://acrmoonshot.com/ https://www.facebook.com/acrmoonshot https://www.instagram.com/acrmoonshot/By Billy Croft, Joe Powell

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The Science of Decontaminating Subcutaneous Tissue: How Much Lavage is Enough? 12:29

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered exactly how much lavage solution is needed to effectively decontaminate a surgical wound? This question, so common in veterinary operating rooms, finally has an evidence-based answer. Dr. Vanna Dickerson and veterinary student Cody Westmoreland from Texas A&M University join us to discuss their groundbreaking r…

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Beyond Warming Blankets: Rethinking Temperature Control in Feline Surgery 19:12

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Send us a text Hypothermia during anesthesia represents one of veterinary medicine's most common yet preventable complications. While warming methods abound, which ones actually work? Dr. Rachel Kreisler and veterinary students Mahtab Khanezarrian and John Boules join us to challenge conventional wisdom and share evidence-based solutions. Their gro…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103 Day 3 — New Technologies in Organ Preservation — Perfusion 1:04:04

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This session dives into innovative machine perfusion techniques, advanced perfusates, and logistics breakthroughs aimed at extending organ viability and improving transplant outcomes. Packed with real-world case studies, expert insights, and interactive Q&A, this focused 1.2‑CEU webinar spotlights how modern technology is revolutionizing the way do…

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Improving Veterinary Journal Publication Times 24:24

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Send us a text How long should it take to publish your veterinary research? What happens when a journal promises publication in just 40 days? And how have publication times changed across veterinary medicine in recent years? Dr. Mark Rishniw joins Veterinary Vertex to discuss his eye-opening research on publication speeds across veterinary journals…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103 Day 2 — Ethical Considerations and Controversies — Perfusion 59:57

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Dive into the ethical dilemmas and controversies surrounding perfusion practices. This session, presented by Perfusion Education and streamed within the last month, tackles tough questions such as informed consent, allocation equity, risk-benefit analysis of experimental techniques, and real-world case studies. Essential for perfusionists, transpla…

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Inside the Fight Against Foal Pneumonia 22:21

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Send us a text The battle against Rhodococcus equi, a devastating bacterial pneumonia in foals, continues to challenge equine veterinarians more than a century after its discovery. This fascinating conversation with Drs. Noah Cohen and Devynn Volding illuminates a previously unexplored aspect of a common preventive measure: the safety of hyperimmun…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #103 Day 1 — Literature Review NRP — Perfusion 45:00

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A comprehensive literature review on Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) led by Samir Patel, MD, CCP, LP. Streamed on June 2, 2025, this session explores the latest research and emerging technologies in NRP, spotlighting its clinical applications, ethical considerations, and protocol development in perfusion practice. Ideal for perfusionists and …

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #102 Day 2 — Dissecting Poiseuille’s Law, Myocardial Protection, Hgb Debate - Right or Wrong? — Perfusion 2:14:43

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Poiseuille’s Law drives perfusion, and J. Basha, CCP, dissects why it’s our physics Bible. He’ll unpack flow’s reliance on pressure, radius, length, and viscosity—key to circuits and patients. I’ll recall early days when a tiny radius tweak tanked a case. You’ll apply it to cannulas, tubing, and viscosity control via temp and Hgb. Calculate flows, …

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Journal editorial - When coronary plaque is found in everyone: is anyone really at risk? 7:03

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With Francesca Coraducci Marche Polytechnic University of Ancona, Ancona - Italy, Marco Guglielmo, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht - The Netherlands, and Anna Giulia Pavon, Cardiocentro Ticino Institute, Lugano - Switzerland. Link to editorial Link to paperBy European Society of Cardiology

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #102 Day 1 — Myocardial Protection Strategies: Why Do We Still See RV Dysfunction and Failure? — Perfusion 2:19:12

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Protecting the heart is cardiac surgery’s core, yet RV dysfunction haunts us. J. Basha, CCP, digs into why and how to fight it. Basha will revisit cardioplegia basics—delivery, mixes, temps—then zero in on the RV’s quirks and vulnerability. I’ll share RV failures that taught me to watch it closer than the LV. Expect advanced moves: retrograde cardi…

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Navigating Bioequivalence: Why Formulation Matters for Emodepside Treatment 21:04

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Send us a text When traditional dewormers fail against resistant hookworms, veterinarians may turn to emodepside as a last resort. But are all formulations created equal? Not according to recently published research. Join us as Theresa Quintana and Drs. Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai and Stephanie Martinez reveal critical findings about bioequivalence b…

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Episode 7: Using Hybrid SPECT/CT Imaging to Guide Patient Management 19:16

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In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, MASNC, is joined by Waseem Hijazi, MD and Robert JH Miller, MD, FASNC from the University of Calgary to discuss their manuscript 'Association of medical therapies with survival according to SPECT MPI findings'. The study shows that integrating coronary artery calcium scoring with SPECT MPI i…

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Ice Packs and Skin Perfusion 14:41

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Send us a text The simple ice pack - a staple in both human and veterinary medicine for reducing pain and swelling. But what if this common therapy has unexpected consequences for healing? Soft tissue surgeon Dr. Vanna Dickerson and veterinary student Gabriella Hansen join us to discuss their fascinating research on how ice packs affect blood flow …

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Cardiac CT in transcatheter structural heart interventions 20:47

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Host Sotirios Evangelou, MD, FSCCT is joined by Vlasis Ninios, MD to explore the indispensable role of cardiac CT in transcatheter structural heart interventions. From planning TAVI and TMVR to assessing tricuspid valve therapies, they highlight how CT imaging guides prosthesis sizing, vascular access, and risk assessment. Together, they discuss em…

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The Team Advantage: Relational Coordination in Veterinary Practice 24:10

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Send us a text Veterinary teams are complex systems where communication, shared goals, and mutual respect directly impact workplace satisfaction and staff retention. In this enlightening conversation, researchers Natasha Janke and Jason Coe reveal groundbreaking findings on the power of relational coordination in veterinary practice. Originally dev…

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Journal editorial - Predicting the diastolic left ventricular pressure curve non-invasively: how far can echo go? 16:07

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With Frank Flachskampf, Uppsala University, Uppsala - Sweden, and James Thomas, Northwestern University, Chicago - USA. Link to editorial Link to paperBy European Society of Cardiology

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Building a Cardiac CT Program - David Furman | Sponsored episode 31:38

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On this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath, MD continues the "Building a Cardiac CT Program" series through a conversation with David Furman, MD the cardiothoracic imaging division director at St. Lukes University Health Network in Pennsylvania. Topics include platforming CT upgrades, complex imaging reimbursement landscapes, and th…

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Polygenic Risk Score Prediction of Complex Diseases in Companion Animals 23:04

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Send us a text Genetic prediction technology is revolutionizing how we understand disease risk in our pets, yet companion animal medicine lags behind similar advances in humans and production animals. Why? And what does this mean for veterinary medicine? In this fascinating conversation with Dr. Peter Muir and Dr. Mehdi Momen, we explore the emergi…

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Heart Rate Variability Derangements in Dogs with Chagas Disease 21:00

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Send us a text Dr. Roy Madigan joins us to uncover the hidden danger of Chagas disease, a parasitic infection transmitted by "kissing bugs" that's far more prevalent than most veterinarians realize. Contrary to outdated beliefs that Chagas is a "third world disease," this silent killer affects up to 18% of dogs across the southern United States, wi…

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Leveraging Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories for Better Patient Outcomes 15:59

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Send us a text Curious about what happens to your samples after they leave your clinic? Wonder why some tests come back with "no growth" despite clear clinical signs? This eye-opening conversation with microbiologist Kelli Maddock reveals the world of veterinary diagnostic laboratories and how you can leverage them for better patient outcomes. Kell…

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AI in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: Ethics and Challenges 21:53

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Send us a text Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming veterinary diagnostic imaging, but are we ready? In this illuminating conversation with veterinary radiologist Dr. Ryan Appleby, we explore the joint position statement from the American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging on AI technolo…

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Role of stress cardiac CT perfusion 22:14

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Host Sotirios Evangelou, MD, FSCCT is joined by Gianluca Pontone, MD, PhD, FSCCT to explore the evolving role of stress cardiac CT perfusion, from its early limitations to today's advanced scanners capable of capturing dynamic myocardial perfusion in just a few beats. Together, they discuss how this technique helps quantify blood flow and identify …

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CCTA for PCI-planning: SCAI-SCCT Roundtable | Sponsored episode 41:26

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In this industry-sponsored episode, host Praveen Ranganath, MD is joined by Yader Sandoval, MD and Jonathon Leipsic, MD, MSCCT, the chair and co-chair of the recently published inter-society roundtable document on CCTA for PCI planning. Conversation topics include the origin of this expert roundtable, the benefits of and evidence supporting CCTA fo…

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A Wolf at the Door: Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in the Americas 24:21

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Send us a text "A wolf at the door" – that's how researchers describe the growing threat of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF), a potentially deadly tick-borne disease that's increasingly prevalent across the Americas. In this eye-opening conversation, Drs. Janet Foley and Andres Lopez-Perez challenge common misconceptions about this dangerous pat…

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Journal editorial - Artificial intelligence–derived stress ejection fraction in stress cardiac magnetic resonance with dipyridamole: bridging past insights with future innovations 9:03

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With Damiano Fedele, University of Bologna, Bologna - Italy and University Medical Center Utrecht - The Netherlands, Marco Guglielmo, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht - The Netherlands, and Anna Giulia Pavon, Cardiocentro Ticino Institute, Lugano - Switzerland. Link to editorial Link to paper…

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Rethinking Routine: How Needles Stay Sharp After Vaccine Vial Puncture 18:26

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Send us a text Ever wondered if you really need to change that needle after drawing up a vaccine? In this eye-opening conversation, Julia Tawil and Dr. Rachael Kreisler challenge a decades-old practice that most of us have never questioned. Their meticulously designed study measured exactly how much a needle dulls after puncturing a vaccine vial—an…

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Episode 6: Flow Reserve and the Hidden Timeline of Vascular Health 15:09

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In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, MASNC, is joined by Daniel S. Berman, MD, MASNC and Donghee Han, MD, from the Cedars Sinai Medical Center, to discuss their manuscript ‘Independent prognostic significance of myocardial flow reserve over coronary artery calcium, myocardial perfusion, and clinical variables in patients withou…

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Amikacin Concentrations in Healthy Neonatal Foals 18:09

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Send us a text Curious about the scientific evidence behind treating joint infections in foals? This eye-opening conversation with Dr. David Wallace explores groundbreaking research validating common clinical practices while revealing surprising limitations. Septic joints in foals present a clinical challenge requiring both local and systemic antim…

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Ultrasound-Guided Celiac Plexus Block: A Breakthrough for Equine Intestinal Motility 19:18

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Send us a text A groundbreaking approach to equine intestinal motility takes center stage as Drs. Barbara Delvescovo and Marta Cercone join us to discuss their pioneering research on ultrasound-guided celiac plexus blocks in horses. Their remarkable findings reveal that this technique not only restores but actually enhances intestinal motility beyo…

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Photon Counting CT | Sponsored episode 45:37

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In this special industry-sponsored episode. host Praveen Ranganath, MD speaks with Matthew Fuld, PhD, the director of photon counting CT with Siemens Healthineers North America, about the history, development, clinical impact, workflow changes, and access to care of photon-counting CT technology as it pertains to cardiac CT. Tune in and enjoy! This…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #101 — Day 3 — Raging Fireside Chat on Transplant Perfusion Challenges — Perfusion 1:56:25

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Stand Your Ground - Raging Fireside Chat Presenter: J. Basha, CCP, Open to Audience After two days of transplant deep dives, J. Basha, CCP, hosts a two-hour open chat to wrestle with the big issues—and you’re the spark. This is no passive wrap-up. Bring your takes on NRP ethics, OCS costs, or organ shortages. I’ll share 40 years of perfusion fights…

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Ocular Examinations are Important in Animals Undergoing Aural Surgeries 13:02

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Send us a text When your pet needs ear surgery, their eyes might be the last thing on your mind. Yet Dr. Bianca Hartrum's pioneering research reveals a critical connection between ear procedures and vision health that veterinary professionals and pet owners can no longer afford to ignore. Dr. Hartrum's study examines ocular examinations before and …

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #101 — Day 2 — NRP (Normothermic Regional Perfusion) — Perfusion 1:53:30

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Mastering NRP for Organ Donation Success NRP is rewriting organ donation rules, and Matt Warhoover, CCP, takes you inside this bold frontier over a two-hour session. Using ECMO or bypass, NRP restarts circulation after circulatory death to recover organs in situ. Warhoover will cover cannulation, perfusion, and the ethics of this gray zone. I’ll we…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #101 — Day 1 — Organ Transplant Availability, Procurement & OCS Insights — Perfusion 3:03:24

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Organ Availability for Transplant in the U.S. Presenter: S. Patel, MD Time: 10:00–11:00 Transplantation saves lives, but the organ shortage is a brutal bottleneck. Dr. S. Patel digs into this crisis, where over 100,000 wait and too many don’t make it. He’ll lay out the stats, policies, and ethics—why donor rates lag and who gets priority. I’ll add …

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Breathing Easier: How Standard Perioperative Protocols are Changing Brachycephalic Surgery 17:25

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Send us a text Breathing new life into brachycephalic airway surgery practices, this eye-opening conversation with Drs. Vanna Dickerson and Mason Hill reveals how implementing standardized protocols can dramatically reduce post-operative complications in our flat-faced canine companions. The surge in popularity of brachycephalic breeds like French …

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #100 — Day 3 — Stand Your Ground: Raging Inferno Roundtable on Perfusion Challenges — Perfusion 1:37:23

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Stand Your Ground in the Raging Inferno Presenter: J. Basha, CCP, Open to Audience Participation After two packed days, we tie it together in a fiery roundtable led by J. Basha, CCP. This isn’t a sit-back session—it’s a gloves-off discussion of PerfWeb 100’s topics, and you’re in the ring. Basha will steer us through RAPP, Hgb thresholds, ultrafilt…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #100 — Day 2 — Mastering Ultrafiltration & Fluid Balance in Perfusion; Essential Techniques & Insights — Perfusion 2:41:55

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Benefits of Ultrafiltration Presenter: J. Basha, CCP Ultrafiltration hit perfusion like a lifeline, giving us control over fluid overload when diuretics alone wouldn’t cut it. J. Basha, CCP, leads this session to show why it’s a cornerstone of my practice after 40 years. Basha will break down how ultrafiltration strips out excess water and solutes …

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Vitamin E Deficiency in Horses 22:42

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Send us a text Could your horse be vitamin E deficient without you knowing it? New research suggests this vital nutrient deficiency might be far more common than we realize, even in horses with access to fresh pasture. Drs. Amy Johnson and Megan Palmisano join Veterinary Vertex to discuss their groundbreaking study examining vitamin E concentration…

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Joe Basha's PerfWeb #100 —Day 1 — Essential Techniques in Perfusion - RAPP and Hgb Thresholds — Perfusion 1:48:54

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RAPP (Retrograde Autologous Prime) Presenter: Samir Patel, MD, Graduate Perfusionist Time: 14:00–15:00 Back when I started in perfusion, priming the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit meant dumping in crystalloid and hoping the patient wouldn’t drown in fluid overload. Then RAPP—Retrograde Autologous Prime—came along and flipped the script. In this ses…