Cara Summers
Cardiovascular Perfusionist @Vancouver Coastal Health
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WORK HISTORY
Cardiovascular Perfusionist @Vancouver Coastal Health
CA
EDUCATION
Western University
Bachelor’s Degree, Honors Specialization in Biology, Minor in Medical Sciences
The Michener Institute
Graduate Degree, Cardiovascular Perfusion
SKILLS
ABOUT CARA SUMMERS
As a Clinical Consultant with Spectrum Medical, I bring years of dedicated experience as a Cardiovascular Perfusionist, specializing in open heart surgery, thoracic surgery, and extracorporeal life support (ECLS) procedures.Equipped with a Graduate Degree in Cardiovascular Perfusion, I hold both the Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) and Clinical Perfusion Certificate (CPC) credentials, demonstrating my commitment to excellence in the field.During my tenure at Vancouver General Hospital, I assumed the role of ECLS Coordinator, facilitating seamless collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to enhance the delivery and management of ECLS services, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). My involvement in numerous research endeavors centered around ECLS and ex-vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) underscores my dedication to advancing perfusion techniques through evidence-based practices.Now, I am eager to leverage my expertise and passion for improving patient outcomes to support healthcare providers in optimizing perfusion services. I am driven by the prospect of employing innovative strategies to enhance the quality of care for cardiac and thoracic patients, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes and enhanced quality of life.
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