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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)

Overview

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a short-term device that provides support to vital organs when the heart and lungs are failing. It provides advanced life-sustaining support for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure when conventional therapies are no longer enough. With a highly trained multidisciplinary team, state of the art technology, and a commitment to exceptional outcomes, we deliver coordinated care when it matters most.

Why Piedmont

ECMO program

Experience you can trust

One of the largest and most experienced ECMO programs in the country.
An older man smiles up at his wife from where he lies on a hospital bed.

Top ECMO program

Above average survival rates and quality.
Piedmont Atlanta

Nationally recognized

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital earned Gold Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support and is certified by DNV.

Piedmont offers 24/7 comprehensive support to patients who require temporary heart and lung assistance. Using sophisticated technology, ECMO allows blood to be oxygenated outside the body, giving the heart and lungs time to heal.

Expert care team

Our team includes specialists in:

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Perfusion
  • Cardiologists & Intensivists
  • Advanced Practice Providers
  • Physical Therapists

For ECMO referrals or transfer requests

We offer timely consultation and accept emergent transfers for patients in need of ECMO support. Our team is available to evaluate candidates, remotely cannulate at the bedside, and coordinate safe, efficient transport.

Piedmont Atlanta provides the highest level of ECMO care. ECMO is also available to patients at Piedmont Athens, Piedmont Augusta and Piedmont Macon.

To refer a patient or reach the ECMO physician on call, call CareLink at 404.605.2000.