<![CDATA[The Perfusion Perspective]]>The Perfusion Perspective is a podcast centered around learning more about cardiovascular perfusion! Whether you're just finding this career, preparing to apply for school, or in school already, we're here to help you gain the knowledge and preparation you need to have to understand this amazing, complex medical profession.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:01:51 GMTTue, 02 Jun 2026 21:22:46 GMT60Donnie Moyer<p>The Perfusion Perspective is a podcast centered around learning more about cardiovascular perfusion! Whether you're just finding this career, preparing to apply for school, or in school already, we're here to help you gain the knowledge and preparation you need to have to understand this amazing, complex medical profession.</p>episodicDonnie Moyermoyerdonald3@gmail.comno<![CDATA[5 Reasons You Should Choose Perfusion]]>Why should you consider becoming a cardiovascular perfusionist? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I break down five of my favorite reasons why perfusion is such a unique and rewarding career in healthcare.

Whether you're considering perfusion school, exploring healthcare careers, or wondering if perfusion might be the right fit for you, this episode gives you five reasons why this career deserves a closer look.

In this episode:

  • The autonomy and responsibility of a perfusionist
  • Why perfusion is different from traditional bedside medicine
  • Combining technology with anatomy and physiology
  • Opportunities to participate in research and advance the profession
  • Becoming a niche specialist as the heart-lung machine expert

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes and reflects my personal experiences and opinions as a perfusion student. It does not represent the views of any university, hospital, clinical site, or employer.

]]>33f79dd3-3c42-471a-8b8d-781946af62fdSun, 23 Aug 2026 13:58:38 GMT<p>Why should you consider becoming a cardiovascular perfusionist? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I break down five of my favorite reasons why perfusion is such a unique and rewarding career in healthcare.</p><p></p><p>Whether you're considering perfusion school, exploring healthcare careers, or wondering if perfusion might be the right fit for you, this episode gives you five reasons why this career deserves a closer look.</p><p></p><p>In this episode:</p><ul><li>The autonomy and responsibility of a perfusionist</li><li>Why perfusion is different from traditional bedside medicine</li><li>Combining technology with anatomy and physiology</li><li>Opportunities to participate in research and advance the profession</li><li>Becoming a niche specialist as the heart-lung machine expert</li></ul><p></p><p>Instagram: ThePerfusionPerspective </p><p>TikTok: ThePerfusionPerspective </p><p>Spotify: The Perfusion Perspective </p><p>Youtube: The Perfusion Perspective </p><p>Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com" target="_blank">ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p>Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes and reflects my personal experiences and opinions as a perfusion student. It does not represent the views of any university, hospital, clinical site, or employer.</p>no00:10:275 Reasons You Should Choose Perfusionfull<![CDATA[The Basics of Cardioplegia]]>How do surgeons safely stop the heart during open-heart surgery? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, we break down one of the most important concepts in cardiac surgery: cardioplegia. You'll learn why cardioplegia is used, how it protects the heart during surgery, the differences between antegrade and retrograde delivery, and the most common types of cardioplegia used in the operating room. Whether you're a pre-perfusion student, current perfusion student, or simply interested in cardiac surgery, this episode provides a strong foundation in myocardial protection.

Instagram: ThePerfusionPerspective

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Email: ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com

The information discussed in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and reflects the host's understanding and experiences as a perfusion student. It should not be interpreted as medical advice or as representing the views of any university, hospital, or employer.

]]>77cfb3ce-c402-4051-b49a-0f1318de3b83Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:26:00 GMT<p>How do surgeons safely stop the heart during open-heart surgery? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, we break down one of the most important concepts in cardiac surgery: cardioplegia. You'll learn why cardioplegia is used, how it protects the heart during surgery, the differences between antegrade and retrograde delivery, and the most common types of cardioplegia used in the operating room. Whether you're a pre-perfusion student, current perfusion student, or simply interested in cardiac surgery, this episode provides a strong foundation in myocardial protection.</p><p></p><p>Instagram: ThePerfusionPerspective</p><p>TikTok: ThePerfusionPerspective</p><p>Spotify: The Perfusion Perspective</p><p>Youtube: The Perfusion Perspective</p><p>Email: ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com</p><p></p><p>The information discussed in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and reflects the host's understanding and experiences as a perfusion student. It should not be interpreted as medical advice or as representing the views of any university, hospital, or employer.</p>no00:15:36The Basics of Cardioplegiafull<![CDATA[Your Guide to Interviewing for Perfusion School]]>In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I discuss how to prepare for a perfusion school interview and present yourself with confidence. We cover common interview questions, how to talk about your experiences, ways to demonstrate your understanding of the profession, and both tips and common mistakes. Whether your interview is coming up soon or you are preparing for a future application cycle, this episode will help you feel more organized and ready for the process.

Email: ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com

Instagram: ThePerfusionPerspective

The information shared in this episode is based on personal experience and is intended for educational purposes. It does not represent any specific perfusion program or guarantee admission.

]]>46c5e9b4-ed32-44f8-9a7d-d935dfbfd984Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:37:37 GMT<p>In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I discuss how to prepare for a perfusion school interview and present yourself with confidence. We cover common interview questions, how to talk about your experiences, ways to demonstrate your understanding of the profession, and both tips and common mistakes. Whether your interview is coming up soon or you are preparing for a future application cycle, this episode will help you feel more organized and ready for the process.</p><p></p><p>Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com" target="_blank">ThePerfusionPerspective@gmail.com</a></p><p>Instagram: ThePerfusionPerspective</p><p></p><p><i>The information shared in this episode is based on personal experience and is intended for educational purposes. It does not represent any specific perfusion program or guarantee admission.</i></p>no00:24:08Your Guide to Interviewing for Perfusion Schoolfull<![CDATA[How to get into Perfusion School]]>Thinking about applying to perfusion school? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I break down the key components of a strong application. We cover what schools look for in your GPA, prerequisite courses, shadowing hours, clinical experience, letters of recommendation, and personal statement. Whether you're just starting your journey or getting ready to apply, this episode will help you understand how to build a competitive application and avoid common mistakes.

Episode Highlights:

  • Why GPA matters—and what schools really look for
  • Completing prerequisite courses successfully
  • Getting meaningful shadowing experience
  • Building valuable clinical experience
  • Choosing strong letters of recommendation
  • Writing a personal statement that tells your story
  • Common application mistakes to avoid

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow The Perfusion Perspective and share it with someone interested in a career in cardiovascular perfusion.

]]>58799122-0062-48c6-882c-bf973744d728Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:21:37 GMT<p>Thinking about applying to perfusion school? In this episode of The Perfusion Perspective, I break down the key components of a strong application. We cover what schools look for in your GPA, prerequisite courses, shadowing hours, clinical experience, letters of recommendation, and personal statement. Whether you're just starting your journey or getting ready to apply, this episode will help you understand how to build a competitive application and avoid common mistakes.</p><p></p><p><b>Episode Highlights:</b></p><ul><li>Why GPA matters—and what schools really look for</li><li>Completing prerequisite courses successfully</li><li>Getting meaningful shadowing experience</li><li>Building valuable clinical experience</li><li>Choosing strong letters of recommendation</li><li>Writing a personal statement that tells your story</li><li>Common application mistakes to avoid</li></ul><p>If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow The Perfusion Perspective and share it with someone interested in a career in cardiovascular perfusion.</p>no00:13:09How to get into Perfusion Schoolfull<![CDATA[What is Cardiovascular Perfusion?]]>Welcome to the very first episode of The Perfusion Perspective! In this introductory episode, I share my journey into the field of cardiovascular perfusion and explain what perfusionists do in the operating room every day.

We’ll cover the basics of cardiovascular perfusion, including how the heart-lung machine works, the perfusionist’s role during open-heart surgery, and why this profession is such a critical part of the cardiac surgical team. Whether you're a pre-perfusion student, healthcare professional, or simply curious about the field, this episode provides an overview of the profession and the path to becoming a perfusionist.

]]>b77a2ec2-1faa-4388-bf02-52546bddcdf4Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:28:16 GMT<p>Welcome to the very first episode of The Perfusion Perspective! In this introductory episode, I share my journey into the field of cardiovascular perfusion and explain what perfusionists do in the operating room every day.</p><p>We’ll cover the basics of cardiovascular perfusion, including how the heart-lung machine works, the perfusionist’s role during open-heart surgery, and why this profession is such a critical part of the cardiac surgical team. Whether you're a pre-perfusion student, healthcare professional, or simply curious about the field, this episode provides an overview of the profession and the path to becoming a perfusionist.</p>no00:21:07What is Cardiovascular Perfusion?full