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CMOLOGY 2026 is an ELSO-endorsed, simulation-based ECMO workshop providing hands-on training in ECMO management. The programme focuses on ECMO principles, clinical decision-making, complication recognition, and multidisciplinary teamwork through evidence-based simulation.
ECMOLOGY 2026 is a comprehensive, ELSO-endorsed, simulation-based ECMO workshop taking place from 16–19 September 2026 at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The four-day programme is designed to provide healthcare professionals with practical and evidence-based training in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), combining scientific learning with advanced simulation techniques and hands-on clinical scenarios. The programme focuses on strengthening participants' understanding of ECMO principles and indications and developing the skills required for effective ECMO management. Through simulation-based learning, participants can apply theoretical knowledge to realistic clinical situations, practice ECMO techniques, and develop a structured approach to clinical decision-making. A key component of ECMOLOGY 2026 is the use of advanced simulation to support practical learning and clinical skill development. The programme provides opportunities to work through scenarios that reflect the complexities of ECMO-supported care, helping participants improve their ability to assess clinical situations, make appropriate decisions, and respond to challenges that may arise during ECMO management. The workshop also addresses the recognition of ECMO-related complications, allowing participants to develop greater awareness of potential challenges associated with extracorporeal support. Emphasis is placed on appropriate clinical assessment, decision-making, and coordinated responses within the multidisciplinary ECMO team. Because ECMO care requires close collaboration between multiple healthcare disciplines, the programme places particular emphasis on multidisciplinary teamwork and communication. Participants can engage in collaborative simulation activities designed to strengthen coordination and support effective team-based approaches to complex critical-care situations. The event is relevant to intensivists, critical care physicians, cardiothoracic surgeons, anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, ICU nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in ECMO management. The multidisciplinary nature of the programme provides participants with opportunities to learn from different professional perspectives while strengthening their understanding of coordinated ECMO care. By combining expert knowledge, evidence-based principles, simulation-based training, and multidisciplinary interaction, ECMOLOGY 2026 aims to enhance participants' practical ECMO skills and clinical decision-making abilities. The programme also supports the recognition and management of complications and promotes effective teamwork in the care of patients requiring extracorporeal support. The workshop is endorsed by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) and provides a focused educational environment for healthcare professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge and practical capabilities in ECMO. The event offers an opportunity to engage with contemporary ECMO practices while developing skills that can contribute to effective and coordinated patient care.
Exploring the core physiological principles behind gas exchange and circulatory support provided by the ECMO circuit.
A detailed overview of the hardware, including cannulas, pumps, oxygenators, and monitors used in ECMO therapy.
Discussion of various techniques and approaches for both veno-venous (VV) and veno-arterial (VA) ECMO cannulation.
Best practices and case studies for managing patients with severe ARDS and other forms of acute respiratory failure.
Indications and management strategies for patients in cardiogenic shock, post-cardiotomy shock, and cardiac arrest (ECPR).
Addressing the unique challenges and considerations for applying ECMO in the youngest patient populations.
Strategies for monitoring and managing anticoagulation to balance the risks of thrombosis and bleeding.
Evidence-based protocols and clinical criteria for successfully liberating patients from ECMO support.
Identifying and managing common and critical complications such as circuit failure, oxygenator failure, and patient-related issues.
Focus on the post-ECMO patient journey, including physical and neurocognitive recovery and quality of life.
An overview of the latest developments in pumps, oxygenators, and monitoring systems to improve safety and efficacy.
Logistical, financial, and educational aspects of establishing and running a successful ECMO center.
Navigating complex ethical dilemmas related to patient selection, initiation, and withdrawal of ECMO support.
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