Announcing the Launch of "ECMO 143: A Patient & Family Guide"

A website for patients and families, ecmo.life

I am excited to introduce ecmo.life “ECMO 143: A Patient & Family Guide,” a new resource dedicated to demystifying Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for patients and their families. This initiative stems from my ongoing journey as an ECMO specialist and my desire to bridge the gap between complex medical procedures and patient understanding.​

Why “ECMO 143: A Patient & Family Guide”?

While my original newsletter, ECMO 143: Learning as I Go, focuses on simplifying ECMO concepts for myself, fellow novices, and other curious medical professionals, I’ve come to see the need for something different—something for patients and families. Facing ECMO can be overwhelming, especially in the middle of a crisis. That’s why I’ve just launched a companion site, ECMO 143: A Patient & Family Guide, at ecmo.life. It’s still a work in progress, but the goal is simple: to offer clear, compassionate, and easy-to-understand information that helps patients and their loved ones feel a little more grounded during a very uncertain time.

What to Expect

The website offers a variety of resources, including:​

• Educational Articles: Simplified explanations of ECMO procedures, benefits, and potential risks.​

• Patient Stories: Real-life experiences to offer hope and insights.​

• FAQs: Answers to common questions to alleviate concerns.​

• Glossary: Definitions of medical terms related to ECMO.​

Join the Journey

I invite you to explore the site, share it with patients and families who might benefit from it, and provide feedback to help us improve continually.​

Thank you for your ongoing support.

Thank you! Jon