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AmSECT University is a virtual, web-based, Learning Center that fosters post-graduate development. Course categories include Blood Management, Education, Leadership, Life Sciences, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Perioperative Services, Research and much more!

AmSECT Today is the official newsletter of AmSECT and provides readers with thought leadership content written by subject matter experts as well as information about AmSECT news and many other ways to stay current in the ever-evolving perfusion environment. AmSECT Today is published bi-monthly.

Journal of ExtraCorporeal Technology

The Journal of ExtraCorporeal Technology contains the latest peer-reviewed research and relevant reports submitted by authors from all over the world. Published quarterly, it is widely viewed as the as the leading publication related to extracorporeal technology.

Tiny Perfusion Letter

Focusing on Perfusion Safety

With patients’ lives in the balance, it is critical for Perfusionists to make safety a top priority while implementing best practices to mitigate risks and improve safety procedures. AmSECT Safety Committee members are crafting resources for download in this new Perfusion Safety section.

ECMO Reimbursement Response

Registration is Now Open for the AmSECT 58th International Conference!

March 6-8, 2020 in St. Louis, MO

AmSECT Polls

To view all polls, please log in to your AmSECT account by clicking on the button below.

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Why Join AmSECT?

Continuing Medical Education Programs

As a practicing Perfusionist, you need to constantly keep up to date on the latest trends and best practices in perfusion. By joining AmSECT, you have the opportunity to learn from the best in the business at AmSECT’s conferences and continuing medical education events throughout the year. Your membership guarantees reduced registration fees to AmSECT Conferences.

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AmSECT Today Newsletter

AmSECT Today is the official newsletter for the American Society of ExtraCorporeal Technology. Published six times per year, it is a portal of information to the membership about upcoming events, society elections, educational information and student club information. We have a subscription base of perfusionists, anesthesiologists, surgeons, and researchers from 31 countries.

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Journal of ExtraCorporeal Technology

The Journal of ExtraCorporeal Technology is the premiere source of the most current research and information related to extracorporeal technology including Cardiopulmonary Bypass, ExtraCorporeal Life Support, Mechanical Assist Devices, and Perioperative Blood Management. We are an international journal with a subscription base of perfusionists, anesthesiologist, surgeons, and researchers from 31 countries. Our editorial board is comprised of leaders in our field from 11 countries. The Journal is the longest continuously published periodical in the field of Perfusion, and has served as the official publication of the American Society of ExtraCorporeal Technology since 1967.

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Legislative and Regulatory Information

The Government Relations Committee oversees a proactive program that monitors state and federal legislation and lobbies in support of regulations impacting the practice of the profession. As surgical practices and technologies change in the health care marketplace, knowledge of laws, and the ability to influence them, are critical in the process of representing perfusionists at every level of health care governance. The Government Relations Committee assists perfusionists at the state levels of government to ensure the protection of perfusionists, patients and the standards of perfusion procedures both inside and outside of the operating room.

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Access to AmSECT Website Member Area

Access to the online password-protected areas of the AmSECT website to: renew dues online and check account balance, update/change contact information, access to all published articles in JECT, find out the latest issues with legislation, malpractice and insurance, view your AmSECT Today electronically, online posting of job opportunities, and print CEU certificates online for AmSECT sponsored educational activities. Go to Member Login

AmSECT Resource Center

Employment Opportunities and Information

Perfusionists remain in high demand, with career opportunities throughout North America. AmSECT members can utilize this website to post available positions for a perfusion specialty at their institution or firm. Nonmembers may also post positions free of charge, to be reviewed by the National Office prior to posting.

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Perfusion Without Borders

Perfusion Without Borders is a subcommittee of AmSECT which promotes cardiac surgery missions as an extravocational opportunity for professional cardiovascular perfusionists and perfusion students. The PWOB committee seeks to create opportunities for the exchange of equipment, information and techniques and to facilitate volunteer opportunities for perfusionists to give back to the global community.

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Perfusion Safety

So what is Perfusion Safety? A good definition is the avoidance of unnecessary incidents that result in adverse patient outcomes. These incidents can be categorized into four groups: Malfunctioning or defective equipment and supplies, Communication failure between healthcare professionals, Human error or incorrect execution of procedures, Failure to anticipate adverse events. With patients’ lives in the balance, it is critical for Perfusionists to make safety a top priority while implementing best practices to mitigate risks and improve safety procedures.

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Perfusion Schools

Use the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) website to search for a Perfusion Program that meets your needs or geographic proximity. Explore their website for other useful resources about Perfusion education.

Useful Links

AmSECT has compiled a list of useful links related to perfusion that can been seen by clicking here.