This workshop will develop skills in the management of patients with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and troubleshoot common problems using a simulated learning experience.
Dates: 12th or 13 of November 2026 (One-day workshop)
Key Topics
VV ECMO: principles, practice, problems & troubleshooting
The VV ECMO circuit & hands-on practice
VV ECMO simulation & scenarios
VA ECMO: principles, practice, problems & troubleshooting
VA circuit problems & hands-on troubleshooting
VA ECMO simulation & scenarios.
Location
Don Harrison Patient Safety and Simulation Centre, Level 5, De Lacy Building, St Vincent’s Hospital.
Course Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will develop skills in the management of patients with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and troubleshoot common problems using a simulated learning experience.
Who should attend?
ICU nurses, doctors, and other interested clinicians.
To register use this link for the relevant course: https://www.svhs.org.au/research-education/courses-workshops-conferences/nursing
Course enquiries – Contact Sarah Birch, Intensive Care SVH
sarah.birch@svha.org.au
