When doing open-heart surgery, the surgeon needs a still heart and lungs to work. The patient still needs oxygen circulated through the bloodstream to survive. Thus, cardiovascular perfusionists (also ...

Here is a guide of recommended courses to take in preparation for perfusion school. These are just common requirements/recommendations. Course requirements vary by ...

When a patient's heart and lungs need to be stopped during coronary artery bypass or valve repair surgery, Chad Brady takes over the vital organs' functions. It's a big responsibility for Brady who ...