Why demand for Perfusionists increasing in today’s lifestyle

The Indian Society of Extra-Corporeal Technology (ISECT) is celebrating its 25th Silver Jubilee National Conference (ISECTCON 2025) this year. This grand event is taking place at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, Delhi, on February 21 and will continue until February 22. More than 1,200 clinical perfusionists, over 1,000 perfusion science students, doctors, researchers, and leading figures from the medical industry have gathered for this occasion.

This year’s ISECTCON 2025 theme is “Holding Breath and Heartbeat to Celebrate Life.” The event is being organized to set new standards in the field of extracorporeal technology (ECMO, cardiac surgery, and critical care).

“Perfusionists are professionals who operate life-support systems during heart and lung surgeries. Their role has been crucial, especially in severe health crises like COVID-19,” said a senior conference representative.

ISECTCON 2025 is emerging as a vital platform to connect perfusionists and medical experts, paving the way for advancements in healthcare technology and patient care in India.

Dr. Kamla Rana states, “This conference is a testament to the growing importance of perfusionists. We are proud to provide a platform for professionals to exchange knowledge and enhance their skills.”

A clinical perfusionist is a healthcare specialist who operates the heart-lung machine during cardiac surgery. When a patient’s heart is temporarily stopped during an operation, this machine ensures continuous blood circulation and oxygen supply in the body.

“Why is the Demand for Perfusionists Increasing?”

 Rise in Heart Diseases: Due to unhealthy lifestyles and stress, cardiac diseases are becoming more common, increasing the need for surgeries. “Today, more people require cardiac surgeries than ever before, making perfusionists indispensable,” said a medical expert.

Mr. Vishwanath Sharma, President, ISECT, emphasizes, “Our goal is to advance perfusion technology and raise awareness about this critical profession. ISECTCON 2025 is proving to be a great success, and we look forward to more progress in the future.”

The conference is graced by distinguished personalities, including Delhi Western MP and Uttam Nagar MLA Pawan Sharma. Other notable speakers include:

Dr. Udgeet Dhir – Senior Director, CTVS, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram

Dr. Anand Kumar – Senior Director, Anesthesiology, CTVS, Fortis

Mr. Ravindra Pal Singh, Organizing Secretary, ISECTCON 2025, remarks, “Through this conference, we aim to connect perfusionists with new research and technological advancements, strengthening this profession further.”

Mr. U. Chippa, General Secretary, ISECT, adds, “Adapting to and implementing changes in perfusion technology is our primary focus. ISECTCON 2025 is a significant step in this direction.”