Laura Dell'Aiera and Willie Dauch welcome you to join us at the PULSE on Perfusion Conference.
2027 PULSE on Perfusion Conference: Back in Circulation
Thursday, January 21 – Saturday, January 23, 2027 | Charleston, South Carolina
Join us in Charleston, South Carolina, on the MUSC campus, for the 2027 PULSE on Perfusion Conference: Back in Circulation—a revival of MUSC's longstanding Update on Perfusion Conference.
Event Overview
For more than 25 years, MUSC's perfusion conferences have brought together clinicians, students, faculty, researchers, and industry partners from across the country to advance the field through education, innovation, and collaboration. This year, we're building on that legacy with an immersive experience designed to reconnect the perfusion community, highlight emerging technologies, and support the future of cardiovascular perfusion.
What to Expect
- Attendees can look forward to a dynamic program featuring :
- Expert presentations from leading clinicians, educators, and researchers
- Updates on emerging technologies and industry trends
- Interactive sessions focused on clinical practice and patient care
- The High-Stakes Simulation Challenge, an immersive team-based learning experience
- Opportunities to connect with colleagues, students, alumni, and industry partners
- Exhibits featuring the latest perfusion equipment and technology
- Tours of MUSC’s state-of-the-art simulation facilities
Featured Speakers
Get to know our conference keynote and featured speakers.
Keynote Speaker
Amanda Crosby, MPS, CCP
Chief of Perfusion
University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN
Amanda has been a practicing perfusionist for 12 years and is a graduate of MUSC. She currently serves as Chair of the International Consortium for Evidence-Based Perfusion (ICEBP).
Featured Speaker
Ashlyn Strickland, MS, CCP, FPP
Pediatric Perfusionist at MUSC SJCH
Ashlyn is a 2021 graduate of MUSC and has been a pediatric perfusionist at MUSC since 2022. She received her fellowship of pediatric perfusion in 2026.
Featured Speaker
Dylan Michael
2nd Year CVP Student
Dylan Michael is a second-year cardiovascular perfusion student at the Medical University of South Carolina. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh in 2021. He completed his first clinical rotation at Duke University Hospital, is currently rotating at Roper St. Francis Healthcare, and will complete his next rotation at MUSC. Dylan has aspirations of pursuing a career at a high-volume academic medical center. Outside of perfusion, he enjoys golfing, playing volleyball, working out, and cooking.
Explore the Conference Agenda
Thursday, January 21, 2027 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (CHP Atrium)
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Registration, Poster Presentations, Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres, Tabletop exhibits
- Activities run concurrently throughout the welcome session
Friday, January 22 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
7:00-8:00 a.m. | Registration, Breakfast & Welcome
8:00-9:30 a.m. | Opening Session: Evidence-Based Perfusion
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Hands-On Workshops - Day 1
- Three hands-on rotations, including a perfusion escape room in MUSC's new simulation space
12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch & Learn
1:30-2:45 p.m. | Organ Procurement / NRP Session
2:45-3:15 p.m. | Break & Tabletop Exhibits
3:15-4:30 p.m. | Leadership & Mentorship
Friday Night Networking Event: Join the CVP team for a South Carolina Stingrays hockey game on Friday evening! In-person attendees can add a game ticket to their conference registration for $30 per person or sponsor a student’s ticket for $60.
Select the Stingrays add-on during conference registration to receive your virtual ticket link.
Saturday, January 23 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
7:00-8:00 a.m. | Buffet Breakfast & Breakfast Education
8:00-9:15 a.m. | Case Reports
9:15-9:45 a.m. | Break & Tabletop Exhibits
9:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Hands-On Workshops - Day 2
- Complete three additional hands-on rotations for a total of six workshop stations across the conference
12:45-1:45 p.m. | Lunch & Learn
2:00-4:00 p.m. | Research Updates & Closing Remarks
CEUs: TBD
Registration Information
| Attendee Type | In-Person | Virtual |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission | $375 | $175 |
| Clinical Preceptor or MUSC Alumni | $175 | $0 |
| Prospective Student (No CEUs) | $175 | $0 |
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027
Cancellation Policy
Refunds and cancelations are available until January 15, 2027. All refunds exclude processing fees. Manage your registration.
Hotel & Travel
The 2027 Pulse on Perfusion Conference is being held on the MUSC campus in Charleston, South Carolina.
Campus Address: 151 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, South Carolina, 29425
Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Waterfront
35 Lockwood Dr., Charleston, South Carolina, 29401
Room rate: $179 - $189
Make your room reservation online, or call 888-724-9647 and mention you are part of the Cardiovascular Perfusion Conference.
Exhibitors & Sponsors
We invite you to exhibit at the revival of the MUSC Pulse on Perfusion Conference, a revival and reimagination of our long-running Annual Update on Perfusion Conference!
Exhibitor Overview
As an exhibitor, you benefit from the exposure to top professionals across a number of professions including cardiovascular perfusionists, nurse anesthetists, health administrators, and more. We anticipate this will be particularly well-attended as the return of this beloved event is due to popular demand! Both in-person and virtual attendance options will be available for conference attendees.
The hands-on workshops received exceptional reviews from attendees in previous years and sponsors appreciated the opportunity to demonstrate the value of their equipment and products. This aspect of our conference embraces and perpetuates the original intent of the Devices conference- to allow clinicians and industry partners to engage in meaningful conversation and activity to create real learning opportunities.
This event would not be possible without your participation and support. Thank you for your continued support over the past few decades and we look forward to working with you for many years to come! We are sensitive to the extraordinary number of conference sponsorship requests you likely receive. Regardless of your corporation’s ability to sponsor the conference, we would still like to invite you and up to three of your colleagues to attend the program virtually free of charge.
Exhibitor Opportunities
We will offer three levels of sponsorship for exhibitors:
Tier 1
Includes Table-top exhibit and up to three complimentary in-person registrations.At this exhibitor level, each company will be given space for a tabletop display all day on Friday and Saturday. We encourage you to bring printed material or product information to give to event attendees. Exhibitor logo will be featured on the conference website and program.
Exhibitor Fee: $1,500
* $300 for each additional representative over the 3 complimentary.
Tier 2
Includes Table-top exhibit, up to three complimentary in-person registrations, and hands-on workshop or 30-minute presentation. Limited to 6 exhibitors.Each workshop exhibitor will provide six 30-minute breakout workshops for all of the attending perfusionists. These workshops will feature direct instruction and hands-on opportunities with groups of conference delegates. Conference delegates will rotate through all six workshop rooms in small groups. Sessions will take place on Friday and Saturday. Virtual attendees can participate in the breakout workshops through Zoom.
Some vendors may prefer an oral presentation rather than a hands-on workshop if this platform fits your product or preferences more closely. The 30-minute presentation will be included in the program agenda at a time that best fits the program sessions. Both in-person and virtual attendees will have access to these sessions.
At this exhibitor level, each company will be given space for a tabletop display on Friday and Saturday. We encourage you to bring printed material or product information to give to event attendees. Exhibitor logo will be featured on the conference website and program.
Exhibitor Fee: $2,500
* $300 for each additional representative over the 3 complimentary.
Tier 3
Includes Table-top exhibit, up to three complimentary in-person registrations, hands-on workshop, and 50-minute presentation during a sponsored meal. Limited to 3 exhibitors.Each workshop exhibitor will provide six 30-minute breakout workshops for all of the attending perfusionists. These workshops will feature direct instruction and hands-on opportunities with groups of conference delegates. Conference delegates will rotate through all six workshop rooms in small groups. Sessions will take place on Friday and Saturday. Virtual attendees can participate in the breakout workshops through Zoom.
Your 50-minute presentation will occur over the course of a meal that has been made available through your support. This support will be advertised and made known to conference delegates. Meal logistics will be handled by the Conference Planning Committee.
At this exhibitor level, each company will be given space for a tabletop display on Friday and Saturday. We encourage you to bring printed material or product information to give to event attendees. Exhibitor logo will be featured on the conference website and program.
Exhibitor Fee: $3,500
* $300 for each additional representative over the 3 complimentary.
Secure your space early as there are only a limited number of slots available. Additionally, exhibitor information is needed as soon as possible to apply for continuing education units for the perfusionists and to include your information on conference materials.
For questions, contact D’Andra Roper-Shine, CVP conference coordinator, at roperde@musc.edu.
Shipping Information
Shipping Address
MUSC, College of Health Professions Division of Cardiovascular PerfusionAttn: D’Andra E. Roper-Shine
151-B Rutledge Ave, Room 338A, MSC 962
Charleston, SC 29425
Phone (office): 843-792-6505
Phone (cell): 843-810-9800
Additional Shipping Notes
DeliveriesPlease schedule deliveries to occur between Tuesday, January 19 and Wednesday, January 20, 2027. Deliveries should be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to the front door of 151-B Rutledge Ave.
This is the only door that will accommodate large crates. There is no loading dock; therefore the truck must have a lift and dolly for large items.
Uncrating/Crating
Vendors are responsible for the uncrating and crating of all equipment.
Set-Up
You may set up your tabletop displays between 3:30–5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2027.
Take Down & Return Shipping
Please make sure all of your boxes and crates are packed and labeled for pickup by the end of the conference on Saturday, January 23, 2027.
Pickup for returning boxes and crates should be scheduled for Monday, January 25, or Tuesday, January 26, 2027.
Questions
Please reach out to D’Andra E. Roper-Shine with any questions/concerns surrounding shipping and set-up. D’Andra can be reached by phone: (office) 843-792-6505 | (cell) 843-810-9800 or email: roperde@musc.edu.
Our Sponsors
We would like to thank the following agencies for their support of the 2027 PULSE on Perfusion Conference.
Contact Us
For questions regarding registration, conference details, exhibiting or sponsorships, please contact D'Andra Roper-Shine, roperde@musc.edu or 843-792-6505