Epic Specialty Services - Cardiovascular

11/28/2025

This , our hearts are full of gratitude for our extraordinary team and the dedicated clinicians whose compassion and commitment shine through every day. Your heart-centered care makes a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and restful holiday. With appreciation,
All of us at Epic Cardiovascular Services. 🍂

11/26/2025

What does it really take to succeed in perfusion school?

In this month’s Pulse on Perfusion, we explore emotional readiness, decision-making under pressure, and the role color vision plays in admission criteria—straight from the perspectives of practicing perfusionists.

📘 Read the full blog to dive deeper.

This month’s Pulse on Perfusion poll asked the perfusion community to share their views on what prepares someone for perfusion school.

11/24/2025

When students are supported with the right opportunities, their potential grows exponentially. Our 2025 Sanibel Symposium intern shared how the program impacted them:

✅ Gained hands-on experience
✅ Built confidence
✅ Learned from industry leaders

If you’re a 1st or 2nd-year perfusion student, this is your chance to take your skills to the next level!

Apply at: https://perfusion.com/internship-application/
Registration ends December 31, 2025.

11/21/2025

Every organ saved is a life changed. 🫀

Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) helps maximize donor organ viability while giving transplant teams more time to plan.

specializes in supporting hospitals with NRP and Donation after Circulatory Death (DCD) strategies—because better organ preservation means better outcomes for patients.

Read more!

As the demand for transplants grows, healthcare facilities are turning to Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) to expand the donor pool.

11/14/2025

Thinking about applying to perfusion school?
Don’t miss our Prospective Student Forum — just two weeks away!

Join us for an open, no-slides conversation about what it really takes to stand out in the application process and what to expect once you’re in.

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 18th
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM CT
📍 Virtual | Students welcome from everywhere

🎯 Topics include:
✔️ Tips for a strong application
✔️ What perfusion school is really like
✔️ Live Q&A — bring your questions!

Whether you’re ready to apply or just exploring, this session is built for you.

🔗 Register here: d5f50f8b-61c6-4c20-be1f-fdb6d7fde10e@d32f0d59-66ae-4937-9001-b406a1073e41" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d5f50f8b-61c6-4c20-be1f-fdb6d7fde10e@d32f0d59-66ae-4937-9001-b406a1073e41

11/13/2025

🚨 45 ABCP CEUs. 15 Years of Science. One Unmissable Event.

The 2026 Sanibel Symposium isn’t just another conference — it’s where science happens!

Join 1,200+ professionals from over 32 countries for four days of breakthrough research, global collaboration, and clinical innovation. Hear from leading experts whose work has contributed to 3,000+ publications and 113,000+ citations.

This year, we’re celebrating 15 years of advancing perfusion and cardiac care with an unforgettable experience of world-class learning, global networking, and groundbreaking innovation.

Don’t miss the milestone event that continues to define our field.
Register now: https://cvent.me/eyoy3o?RefId=SPS2026

11/11/2025

Their dedication runs deep, just like the rhythm of a strong heartbeat. 🫀

This Veterans Day, we salute those who’ve served and continue to inspire us through their courage and compassion. 🇺🇸

11/06/2025

It’s Patient Blood Management (PBM) Awareness Week! 🩸

This week, we celebrate the value of preserving patients’ own blood for safer care and better outcomes.

Shout-out to SABM for their commitment to advancing PBM education and best practices!

11/04/2025

Attention All Perfusion Students! Do you have research ready to share?

The Jeff Riley Memorial Scholarship is your opportunity to shine!

Winners receive:
✅ The opportunity to present at the Sanibel Symposium
✅ Recognition from leading experts in perfusion
✅ A chance to enhance your professional profile and expand your network
✅ The opportunity to join the 2026 Intern Team
✅ An inspiring award that celebrates excellence in the field

Showcase your passion, share your ideas, and join the next generation of perfusion leaders.

Submissions are open until December 31!

📩 Learn more and apply now: https://perfusion.com/sanibel-symposium-2/scholarships/

Proudly sponsored by Medtronic.

10/31/2025

Wishing everyone a spook-tacular Halloween from Epic Cardiovascular Services! 🎃

May your night be filled with thrills and chills. 👻

10/30/2025

It's the time of the year again!

Meet Katelyn, one of our past Sanibel Symposium Interns! 🌟

Through her internship, she gained valuable insights that bridged classroom learning with real-world perfusion practice.

“For me, this experience not only enhanced what I learned from didactics in these topics and more, but it also gave me a sneak peek into what I would encounter during rotations and as a future perfusionist.”

Take the first step toward your perfusion career: https://perfusion.com/sanibel-symposium-2/student-internships/

10/29/2025

🎤 Call for Speakers – Sanibel Symposium 2026!

Here’s your opportunity to share your expertise on one of the most respected stages in the field.

The Sanibel Symposium 2026 is seeking dynamic thought leaders to present on topics that advance knowledge, inspire peers, and elevate the perfusion profession.

📑 Submit your abstract today and be part of the conversation driving progress in our community.

📌 Deadline: December 31, 2025

🔗 https://perfusion.com/sanibel-symposium-2/call-for-speakers/