ECMO specialists are more than technicians—they’re lifelines. For nurses, respiratory therapists, and perfusionists seeking a purpose-driven path, ECMO offers the chance to combine deep technical skill with meaningful patient impact. This step-by-step guide shares how to enter the field, train with confidence, and join a community committed to delivering hope in the most critical moments.
Building an ECMO program shouldn’t take years—or come with guesswork. At Innovative ECMO Concepts, we deliver turnkey solutions that help hospitals launch, scale, and optimize ECMO services quickly and cost-effectively. With 100,000+ hours of clinical support and the industry’s most robust training ecosystem, we’re not just consultants—we’re your ECMO advantage.
Hospitals are under pressure—and ECMO could be the answer. On May 7, join IEC and Dr. Ara Balkian for The Economics of ECMO, a live webinar built for hospital leaders navigating financial uncertainty. Learn how ECMO can drive revenue, improve margins, and elevate clinical care—all at once.
Excellence isn’t a slogan—it’s certified. Innovative ECMO Concepts has officially earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval, reinforcing its position as a national leader in ECMO services. With this recognition, IEC becomes one of the only ECMO partners with certified operations, offering hospitals a higher standard of care, compliance, and clinical support—right when it matters most.
Cardiac arrest. ARDS. Trauma. These are moments when lives are on the line—and ECMO stands ready. This article explores eight life-threatening conditions where ECMO acts as a bridge to survival, offering real-time support when the heart, lungs, or both begin to fail. As hospitals seek to elevate outcomes and readiness, understanding ECMO’s full range of applications is no longer optional—it’s essential.
One young woman’s survival wasn’t a miracle—it was the result of training, tenacity, and a makeshift ECMO setup in a hospital that wasn’t supposed to offer it. In this true story, Dr. John Mehall reveals why ECMO must move beyond elite academic centers and become a staple in regional and mid-sized hospitals across the U.S. When seconds count, every hospital should be ready to deliver a second chance.
Integration Health has acquired ECMO Advantage, strengthening its position as the leading national provider of ECMO, perfusion, and transplant support services. The combined platform now supports over 55 hospitals across 22 states, offering 24/7 ECMO staffing, program development, education, and transport services. This strategic acquisition expands access to critical care solutions and reinforces Integration Health’s commitment to clinical excellence and operational readiness.
Integration Health has officially launched as the new strategic platform uniting ECMO, perfusion, and NRP services under one umbrella for hospitals and OPOs nationwide. This streamlined structure brings together trusted brands — Innovative ECMO Concepts (IEC) and Innovative Perfusion Concepts (IPC) — to deliver comprehensive, specialized support across the entire continuum of extracorporeal care.
In this nationwide webinar hosted by Innovative ECMO Concepts, Dr. Ara Balkian — Chief Medical Officer at UCLA Health — breaks down the real-world economics of ECMO delivery in hospitals. From staffing models to cost-justification strategies, this expert-led session explores how hospitals can balance critical care readiness with financial sustainability. Watch the full webinar and explore what “Confidence Delivered” really means when budgets and outcomes are on the line.
Emergency Medicine News spotlighted IEC’s contribution to ECMO innovation, including its mobile team model and fast-response clinical strategy. As part of their “Technology & Inventions” feature, IEC’s approach was recognized for solving real-world problems in time-critical care, bridging the gap between hospital readiness and frontline response.
Innovative ECMO Concepts announced significant growth milestones following a strategic capital investment. The expansion includes enhanced transport capabilities, broader national coverage, and advanced training infrastructure — all designed to scale critical care delivery with speed and stability. This move reinforces IEC’s position as the country’s go-to partner for ECMO support.
Innovative ECMO Concepts partnered with Scitent to pioneer the industry’s first on-demand ECLS training course — setting a new standard in ECMO education. This early initiative made critical knowledge more accessible to hospitals and clinicians nationwide, combining clinical depth with scalable digital learning. It marked a major leap forward in how ECLS teams are trained.
In a bold move to address ECMO provider burnout, Innovative ECMO Concepts has launched a reimagined benefits package and novel employment structure designed for clinical sustainability. This press feature outlines IEC’s approach to flexible scheduling, mental health support, and compensation models that prioritize longevity and clinician wellbeing — helping hospitals retain high-performing teams when it matters most.
To combat the growing strain on ECMO providers, Innovative ECMO Concepts unveiled a next-generation employment model built to prioritize clinical sustainability. With flexible scheduling, robust benefits, and a deep commitment to provider wellbeing, IEC is leading the way in reducing burnout while helping hospitals retain elite care teams under pressure.
In this episode of the KevinMD podcast, leaders from Innovative ECMO Concepts discuss the future of extracorporeal CPR (ECPR) — and how it’s transforming survival in cardiac arrest cases. The conversation dives into how ECMO is deployed in the field, what hospitals must prepare for, and why mobile, clinician-led teams are the future of resuscitation care.
In Episode 88 of the Mastering Medical Device podcast, Dr. John Mehall of Innovative ECMO Concepts breaks down the often-overlooked complexities of ECMO billing. From DRG codes to hospital finance justification, this episode sheds light on how administrative clarity can empower clinical innovation — and why ECMO programs must get billing right to scale sustainably.
This video feature offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Innovative ECMO Concepts delivers confidence, stability, and clinical expertise across the country. From on-the-ground transport teams to program strategy leaders, IEC shares its commitment to redefining ECMO support with speed, skill, and heart. Watch the team in action and discover what sets IEC apart.
In this revealing episode of the KevinMD Podcast, leaders from Innovative ECMO Concepts unpack the truths, myths, and realities of ECMO — from clinical complexity to public misconceptions. The discussion covers why ECMO is both life-saving and resource-intensive, and how smart implementation can prevent burnout, save costs, and improve survival.
