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Rehabilitation on Advanced Cardiopulmonary Support: ECMO, LVADs, and Transplant Pathways

Wed, Aug 19th, 2026
7:00pm – 9:00pm US Eastern Time
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About the Event

Advances in cardiopulmonary support technologies—including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), and heart transplantation—have transformed survival for patients with advanced cardiac and pulmonary failure. As a result, rehabilitation professionals are increasingly managing patients across the continuum who are supported by these complex therapies, often while critically ill. These patients present with unique physiologic challenges, including altered hemodynamics, device dependence, prolonged immobility, and multi-system impairments that require specialized clinical reasoning and coordinated interdisciplinary care.

This live interactive course provides an integrated, case-based approach to rehabilitation for patients receiving advanced cardiopulmonary support. Participants will develop an understanding of the underlying physiology, medical management, and device-specific considerations that influence rehabilitation decision-making. Emphasis will be placed on safe and effective mobilization strategies, progression across phases of care (ICU to post-acute), and navigating clinical complexity. Through real-world cases, learners will gain practical tools to optimize mobility, support recovery, and contribute meaningfully to outcomes in this high-acuity population.

Live Event
This live online event will be held as a Zoom Webinar. Attendees will have the option to interact through features such as the Chat and Q&A, but cameras and microphones will not be enabled.

Live Event Instructor

Katelyn Whitlock

Katelyn Whitlock

Katelyn Whitlock is a faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Brenau University. She is a Board-Certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist and currently practices as an physical therapist primarily in the CVICU. She currently serves as the co-chair of the PT in Critical Care Clinical Practice Guidelines committee. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Emory University in May 2018, followed by the completion of Emory’s Acute Care Residency in 2019. Prior to her DPT, she obtained both her bachelors and masters degrees in Exercise Physiology from the University of Virginia. She is passionate about ICU rehabilitation and outcomes especially for complex patient populations including mechanical circulatory support and ECMO. Dr. Whitlock is actively involved in research and has presented at local and national conferences on topics including ICU physical therapy, ECMO, advanced mechanical support, and COVID-19.

Target Audience

This live interactive is intended for Physical Health professionals, including physical therapists and occupational therapies. It is appropriate for intermediate and above levels of knowledge.

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Differentiate the physiologic principles and clinical indications of ECMO, LVAD, and heart transplantation and their implications for rehabilitation.
  2. 2 Integrate device-specific considerations, hemodynamics, and patient presentation to guide safe and effective rehabilitation interventions in patients receiving advanced cardiopulmonary support.
  3. 3 Apply clinical decision-making strategies to determine readiness for mobility, progression of activity, and modification of interventions in medically complex patients.
  4. 4 Develop and communicate rehabilitation plans that support functional recovery and participation while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary care team.

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American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

2 CEU hours
Eligible until Aug 19th, 2026
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Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC)

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Florida Board of Physical Therapy

2 CE credit hours
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CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315. FLBPT Approval Number:
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Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (FBOT)

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New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NJTPTE)

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New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy

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New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy (NYSED BOT)

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Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board - Physical Therapy (OTPTAT)

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Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

2 CE credit hours
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Event Agenda

Agenda times are listed in US Eastern Time. That is 3 hours later than US Pacific Time. The event starts at 4:00pm US Pacific Time.

7:00–7:20 PM ET — Foundations of Advanced Cardiopulmonary Support

7:20–7:45 PM ET — Device & Physiology Integration for Rehabilitation

7:45–8:00 PM ET — Medical Management & Clinical Considerations

8:00–8:25 PM ET — Rehabilitation Decision-Making & Intervention Strategies

8:25–8:35 PM ET — Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Program Development

8:35–8:55 PM ET — Case-Based Application Across the Continuum

8:55–9:00 PM ET — Key Takeaways & Clinical Integration

*All times are Eastern Time (EST)

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