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Celebrating 31 Years of Excellence: James Buck’s Inspiring Journey in Perfusion

Uncategorized, cardiac, Perfusion / By Nora Ioane

At SpecialtyCare, we’re proud to celebrate James Buck, BS, CCP, LP, Regional Director of Operations – Perfusion, South Central Region, for an incredible 31 years of service. His journey from the Air Force to the operating room is a testament to the rewarding, lifelong career opportunities in perfusion. From Fighter Jets to the OR James’s […]

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“Don’t Let Perfection Be the Enemy of Good” – Kyra Grathwohl’s Mission Trip to Nigeria

cardiac, Caring Matters, News, Perfusion, Uncategorized, Values / By Nora Ioane

At SpecialtyCare, supporting our clinicians’ commitment to serve others beyond borders is at the heart of what we do. In May, one of our own participated in a life-changing mission trip to Nigeria through the VOOM Foundation, thanks in part to funding from the AmSECT Mission Trip Scholarship, proudly supported by SpecialtyCare. This trip marked

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SpecialtyCare Perfusion Supports St. David’s Medical Center, the #1 Community Hospital in Austin, TX

Perfusion / By Kirti Patel, MPS, MPH, CCP, LP, FAACP

At SpecialtyCare, we have the privilege of working with over 1,200 hospitals around the country across our services lines. One of them is St. David’s Medical Center, which was recently ranked number one among community hospitals by the Austin Business Journal. Our team at St. David’s includes our Area Clinical Managers, Erica Conner and Carter

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The Rules of 3 and 272 during Cardiac Surgeries for Patients with Acute Kidney Injury

Perfusion, cardiac / By Steven Choi, MD, FAAP

The primary functions of the kidneys and the renal system are to regulate extracellular fluid volume and blood pressure, osmolarity, electrolytes, and pH; to excrete toxins and waste; and to produce specific hormones. If the kidneys are acutely injured, the body will experience a reduction or loss of glomerular filtration and urine output, leading to

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SpecialtyCare Announces Partnership with Midwest Transplant Network to Advance Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) in Organ Donation and Transplantation

cardiac, Perfusion, SpecialtyCare News / By Nora Ioane

(BRENTWOOD, TN, March 3, 2025) – SpecialtyCare, a leading provider of allied healthcare, is excited to announce a new partnership with Midwest Transplant Network (MTN) to enhance the field of organ donation and transplantation through the use of Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP). This collaboration aims to improve the viability of donor organs and increase the

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NRP Organ Donation: FAQS

Perfusion, News / By Chad Young

Organ donation is a lifesaving gift that provides renewed hope and health to thousands of individuals each year. Within this sphere, Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) has emerged as an innovative approach to improve the quality and availability of donated organs. To help you better understand this advanced method, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked

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12 essential NRP or normothermic regional perfusion FAQ

Perfusion, News / By Chad Young

Normothermic Regional Perfusion is one of the most transformative innovations in organ transplantation and critical care. This life-saving technique ensures donor organs remain functional and viable during the delicate period between donation and transplantation. For many patients, the use of normothermic perfusion has meant better surgical outcomes, quicker recovery, and improved quality of life post-transplant.

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The Surprising Truth About the Top Factors Influencing Patient Safety in the Cardiac OR

Perfusion / By Maggie Ring

It’s not a shock that surgery on the heart and pericardium logs the highest rate of adverse events (556.7 events out of every 1,000, according to Patient Safety in Surgery study of over 80,000 surgical hospitalizations) — but what may be most surprising is that majority of the top factors influencing patient safety are not

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The State Perfusion Licensure Tool: Unvailing SpecialtyCare’s Ultimate Resource

Perfusion, News / By Chad Young

Announcing our State Perfusion Licensure Tool! SpecialtyCare has always been at the forefront of innovation and support for healthcare professionals. As part of our commitment to making life easier for perfusionists, we are thrilled to unveil our newest resource: the Find Your State Perfusion Licensure Tool. This cutting-edge platform is designed to provide perfusionists with

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How to Become a Perfusionist: A Rewarding Career in Healthcare

Perfusion, News / By Chad Young

Are you interested in a healthcare career that combines cutting-edge technology with life-saving procedures? Becoming a perfusionist might be the perfect path for you. At SpecialtyCare, we know the vital role perfusionists play in surgical teams, particularly during cardiovascular procedures. This career offers a unique blend of responsibility, precision, and patient care. What Does a

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