Building on the foundational knowledge from Part 1, the VCSQI Quality Committee presents Part 2 of our two-part series on perfusion in the cardiac OR. This session will focus on Left Heart Bypass (LHB)—a specialized perfusion technique used in complex cardiac surgeries.

Our expert presenter, Meetali Mahendrakar, MBBS, MS, Clinical Quality Abstractor at Mass General Brigham, Boston, MA, will provide a comprehensive look at: The purpose and principles of Left Heart Bypass🔹 How LHB differs from traditional cardiopulmonary bypass🔹 Clinical scenarios where LHB is most effective🔹 Key considerations for quality improvement in perfusion management

This session is designed for cardiac surgeons, perfusionists, anesthesiologists, and quality professionals who want to deepen their understanding of advanced perfusion strategies and optimize patient outcomes.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and engage in a discussion on quality-driven approaches to cardiac surgery perfusion.