An Intensivist’s Perspective on Impella Patient Management
Dr. Nate Gilmore discusses his experience as an intensivist supporting patients who arrive in the ICU while on mechanical circulatory support. His key takeaways include:
- Discuss with your institutions about which physicians can reposition an Impella heart pump
- Understand what AIC alarms mean in order to request the appropriate imaging tool, such as an echo
- Remain vigilant while monitoring patients on mechanical circulatory support to reduce inotropes
Dr. Gilmore also presents best practices to minimize calls for repositioning. Additionally, he uses a case-based example to outline his experience with a patient who required hemodynamic support after surgery. Learn more about this intensivist’s experience with Impella patient management.
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