Attendee Info & Registration

The Pulse of Perfusion

Inspire Your Career at CPS 2026

Get ready for another unforgettable year at the Carolina Perfusion Symposium 2026—where clinical excellence meets career inspiration. Join perfusionists from across the country and best-in-class vendors for a dynamic weekend packed with cutting-edge case studies, expert panels, hands-on tech sessions, and engaging breakout discussions.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, grow your network, or just reconnect with your passion for perfusion, CPS 2026 promises meaningful education, fresh perspectives, and a whole lot of fun.

Don’t miss the Sip & See, student showcases, and the always-popular Dinner & a Show—this is where the perfusion community comes alive. Registration is now open!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Attendees and Students receive full access to all CPS events including:

  • Educational speakers and workshops- earn at least 18 CEU’s

  • Happy Hour Friday

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner + Entertainment Saturday

  • Breakfast & Lunch Sunday

  • Preferred Hotel Pricing

  • Golf Tournament

  • Conference Swag Bag

    $300 Registration for Attendees

    $100 Registration for Students

Spouse/Guest Registration includes:

  • Friday Happy Hour

  • Saturday Dinner + Entertainment

  • Golf Tournament

    $50 Registration for Personal Guests & Teens Ages 16+

Kids Registration includes:

  • Children’s “Welcome Event” Friday

  • Saturday Mid-day treat & Dinner + Entertainment during adult event

  • Sunday morning craft

    $25 Registration for Kids (Ages 2-15)

2026 CPS Agenda

*Conference agenda subject to change up to the event.

Friday, July 17th

15:00 - 15:10 - Opening Introduction and History of CPS + PSPS - Adam Clark

15:10 - 16:00 - "Bull Spit" Technical Questions Asked to the Audience - Phil Scott ([email protected])

16:00 - 16:10 - Q & A

16:10 - 16:30 - Research Presentation - William Dauch ([email protected])

16:30 - 16:50 - Debakey Had Residents. You Have AI - Anthony Shackelford ([email protected])

16:50 - 17:00 - Q & A

17:00 - 17:15 - The expanding role of the VAD coordinator - Lindsey Charpia ([email protected])

17:15 - 17:30 - The Current State of Peds VADs - Deborah Conley ([email protected])

17:30 - 17:40 - Q & A

17:45 - 18:45 - Happy Hour Sponsored by Perfusion Life - Perfusion Life Adam Clark

17:45 - 18:50 - MUSC Poster Session (2 posters occlusions and mentor mentee) - MUSC Perfusion Students

Saturday, July 18th

7:00 - 8:00 - Breakfast Sponsored by Terumo/Chalice - Leslie Curry (Terumo)/Robert Stroud (Chalice)

8:00 - 9:00 - Keynote Speaker - Dr. Minoo Kavarana ([email protected])

9:00 - 9:10 - Vendor Visitation/Break

9:10 - 10:00 - Expert Panel Discussion - Dr. Kavarana, Dr. Buckley, Dr. Sabbagh

10:00 - 10:10 - Q & A

10:10 - 10:40 - Legends in Perfusion - Jeff Ascell

10:40 - 11:10 - Legends in Perfusion - Phil Scott ([email protected])

11:10 - 11:30 - Legends in Perfusion (Recording) - Dr. Joseph Sistino

11:30 - 11:40 - Q & A

11:40 - 11:55 - Evolving Practices in Pediatric Heart Transplantation - Jenn Allred ([email protected])

11:55 - 12:00 - Q & A

12:00 - 12:50 - LivaNova Presentation - Pediatric Speaker LivaNova Provided

12:50 - 13:00 - Q & A

13:00 - 13:30 - Connect to Purpose HM3 Patient Experience - Chris Long (Long [email protected])

13:30 - 14:00 - VAD Coordinator (MUSC Adults) - Tim Robbins ([email protected])

14:00 - 14:10 - Q & A

14:10 - 14:30 - Perfusion Micro Del Nido Experience - Tyler Coffey ([email protected])

14:25 - 14:45 - Longitudinal Study - Anthony Shackelford ([email protected])

14:45 - 15:05 - Perfusion Travel Experience - Ralph Abalo ([email protected])

15:05 - 15:15 - Q & A

15:15 - 15:30 - Program Growth: Preparing for ECMOs and VADs - Zach Long ([email protected])

15:30 - 15:45 - Ground vs Air Transport - MIke Varsamis ([email protected])

15:45 - 16:00 - Dual Circuit Dynamics - Angela Mclntyre ([email protected])

16:00 - 16:10 - Q & A

Sunday, July 19th

8:00 - 8:15 - Perfusion Non technical Skills - Rachel Ward (Student Group - [email protected])

8:15 - 8:30 - ECMO Scenarios - Keeley Kroonenberg ([email protected])

8:30 - 8:40 - Q & A

8:40 - 8:55 - SC Licensure - Dafne Chianella ([email protected])

8:55 - 9:10 - Q & A

9:10 - 10:50 - CCP Finances - John Bruno ([email protected])

10:50 - 11:15 - SC CCP Salary Survey - Dafne Chianella, CCP FPP ([email protected])

11:15 - 11:25 - Q & A

11:25 - 11:35 - Closing Remarks and Awards - Adam Clark & David Fisher

Thanks to our 2026 Sponsors

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