



Join us for an exceptional educational and networking experience for the perfusion community and their families.
Dr. Minoo Kavarana is a dedicated pediatric and congenital heart surgeon known for his compassionate approach and commitment to advancing care for patients of all ages. With specialized expertise in neonatal and infant heart surgery, adult congenital heart disease, and heart and lung transplantation, he brings both technical excellence and deep clinical experience to his work.
His training spans leading institutions across the country, including advanced fellowships in heart transplantation, cardiothoracic surgery, and congenital heart surgery. Since joining the Medical University of South Carolina in 2010, Dr. Kavarana has been part of a team delivering outcomes on par with the top programs worldwide.
In addition to his clinical work, he is actively involved in research and education, contributing to advancements in pediatric cardiac care and mentoring the next generation of surgeons.

*Conference agenda subject to change up to the event.
•7:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Golf Tournament
•12:00 PM – 3:00 PM — Vendor Setup (All vendors must complete setup by 3:00 PM)
•1:00 PM – 5:00 PM — Registration for attendees and vendors; AI badge creation
•3:00 PM – 6:00 PM — Speakers and Presentations
▪3:00 – 3:10 PM — Opening Introduction and History of CPS + PSPS — Adam Clark (Discussion)
▪3:10 – 4:00 PM — “Bull Spit” Technical Questions Asked to the Audience — Phil Scott (Lecture)
▪4:00 – 4:05 PM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪4:05 – 4:25 PM — Research Presentation — William Dauch (Lecture)
▪4:25 – 4:45 PM — DeBakey Had Residents. You Have AI — Anthony Shackelford (Lecture)
▪4:45 – 4:50 PM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪5:00 – 5:15 PM — The Expanding Role of the VAD Coordinator — Lindsey Charpia (Lecture)
▪5:15 – 5:30 PM — The Current State of Peds VADs — Deborah Conley (Lecture)
▪5:30 – 5:35 PM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
• 3:00 PM – 7:15 PM — Booths are open
• 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM — CPS Kids check-in at the CPS Kids table (Sign in and receive the CPS Kids agenda and tote.)
• 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM — Welcome Event, Poster Presentations, and Reception
▪Happy Hour / Welcome Reception; sponsored by Perfusion Life.
▪5:45–6:50 PM — MUSC Poster Session: ECMO Scenarios and Mentor/Mentee — MUSC Perfusion Students.
• 6:00 PM — CPS Kids at Friday Night Welcome Reception; no childcare provided
▪Entertainment includes balloon art and a surprise activity.
▪Light appetizers include chicken tenders, chips, and drinks.
• 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM — Breakfast; sponsored by Terumo/Chalice
• 8:00 AM – 3:50 PM — Speakers and Presentations; lunch provided
▪ 8:00 – 9:00 AM — Keynote Speaker — Dr. Minoo Kavarana (Lecture)
▪ 9:00 – 9:10 AM — Dedicated Break / Booth Visitation (Break)
▪ 9:10 – 10:00 AM — Expert Panel Discussion — Dr. Kavarana, Dr. Buckley, Dr. Sabbagh (Lecture)
▪ 10:00 – 10:05 AM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 10:05 – 10:35 AM — Legends in Perfusion — Jeff Ascell (Lecture)
▪ 10:35 – 11:05 AM — Legends in Perfusion — Phil Scott (Lecture)
▪ 11:05 – 11:25 AM — Legends in Perfusion — Dr. Joseph Sistino (Lecture)
▪ 11:25 – 11:30 AM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 11:30 – 11:45 AM — Evolving Practices in Pediatric Heart Transplantation — Jenn Allred (Lecture)
▪ 11:45 – 11:50 AM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 11:50 AM – 12:40 PM — Lunch and LivaNova Presentation — Pediatric speaker provided by LivaNova (Lecture)
▪ 12:40 – 12:45 PM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 12:45 – 1:15 PM —Connect to Purpose HM3 Patient Experience — Chris Long (Lecture)
▪ 1:15 – 1:50 PM — VAD Coordinator (MUSC Adults) — Tim Robbins (Lecture)
▪ 1:50 – 1:55 PM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 1:55 – 2:15 PM — Perfusion Micro Del Nido Experience — Tyler Coffey (Lecture)
▪ 2:15 – 2:35 PM — Longitudinal Study — Anthony Shackelford (Lecture)
▪ 2:35 – 2:55 PM — Perfusion Travel Experience — Ralph Abalo (Lecture)
▪ 2:55 – 3:00 PM — Q&A (Discussion)
▪ 3:00 – 3:15 PM — Program Growth: Preparing for ECMOs and VADs — Zach Long (Lecture)
▪ 3:15 – 3:30 PM — Ground vs. Air Transport — Mike Varsamis (Lecture)
▪ 3:30 – 3:45 PM — Dual Circuit Dynamics — Angela McIntyre (Lecture)
▪ 3:45 – 3:50 PM — Q&A (Discussion)
• 7:00 AM – 3:50 PM — Booths open with dedicated break times
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM — CPS Kids Treat Bar / Free Play; no childcare provided
• 3:50 PM – 5:00 PM — Liva Nova Breakout Room
• 3:30 PM – 5:45 PM — Vendor Teardown
◦ All vendors must complete teardown by 5:45 PM.
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM — Dinner and entertainment for attendees and guests; sponsored by Perfusion Life
◦ Food and beverage will be provided.
◦ Entertainment: Wacky Chad.
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM — CPS Kids Event / Party; childcare provided for ages 2–15
◦ Kid-friendly meal with drinks and dessert.
◦ Gerry the Great magic show, Face painting and more.
◦ Ages 11+ may also enjoy the adult event; adult entertainment is family-friendly.
• 7:30 – 8:00 AM — Breakfast; sponsored by Integration Health
• 8:00 – 11:35 AM — Speakers and Presentations; closing remarks
▪ 8:00 – 8:15 AM — Perfusion Non Technical Skills — Rachel Ward (Student Group) (Lecture)
▪ 8:15 – 8:20 AM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪ 8:20 – 8:40 AM — SC Licensure — Dafne Chianella (Lecture)
▪ 8:40 – 8:45 AM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪ 8:45 – 9:35 AM — CCP Finances — John Bruno (Lecture)
▪ 9:35 – 10:50 AM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪ 10:50 – 11:15 AM — SC CCP Salary Survey — Dafne Chianella, CCP FPP (Lecture)
▪ 11:15 – 11:25 AM — Q&A — Davy Fisher (Discussion)
▪ 11:25 – 11:35 AM — Closing Remarks and Awards — Adam Clark & David Fisher (Debriefing)
• 10:00 – 11:30 AM — CPS Kids Crafting; no childcare provided
◦ Kid-centered crafts.
• 11:35 AM — Boxed lunches available after closing; sponsored by Cardioquip
Key attendee notes:
• CPS Kids locations will be shared at check-in. Dawn Clark with Perfusion Life will oversee all CPS Kids events.
• All ages are welcome at CPS Kids activities Friday evening, Saturday afternoon, and Sunday morning.
Expanded Scientific Content
CPS continues to grow as a premier conference, attracting perfusionists from across the U.S. and beyond.
Enhanced Industry Collaboration
We are committed to strengthening the relationships between perfusionists and industry professionals.
CPS Kids’ Program
Family-Focused Atmosphere – CPS offers a setting where work and personal life don’t have to be separate—attendees can connect professionally while also enjoying time with family.











