On May 10, 2025, the Fortis ECMO Institute, in partnership with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Mulund, hosted an event to commemorate Perfusion Week, focusing on the pivotal role of perfusion sciences and ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) in intensive care.

The event, led by Dr. Jumana Haji, Director of the ECMO Programme, featured expert discussions on the integration of ECMO into advanced critical care protocols. Medical professionals shared clinical insights, and ECMO survivors delivered heartfelt testimonies. Among them were individuals who overcame life-threatening conditions like a major heart attack and a serious train accident, crediting ECMO and the medical team for their recovery.

A special segment honored Perfusionists, recognizing their vital yet often overlooked role in managing heart-lung machines and ensuring the success of ECMO procedures. The event also addressed post-recovery care through dedicated sessions led by psychologists and physiotherapists, emphasizing mental and physical rehabilitation for ECMO survivors and their families.

Speakers, including Dr. Vishal Beri and Dr. Charudatt Vaity, reinforced Fortis Hospital Mulund’s commitment to cutting-edge critical care. Sessions also covered ECMO’s role beyond COVID-19, the use of mechanical circulatory support like VADs, and applications in pediatric care.

The event concluded with attendees wearing ECMO Ambassador badges, symbolizing their pledge to promote awareness about ECMO’s life-saving capabilities and the essential role of perfusion science in modern medicine.