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LVAD Classes

Hello my fellow ER nurses!

I work in a level 2 ER in Chicago, lately I have seen more LVAD pts coming in but we don't take care of LVAD pts and I have not had any teaching on them. Does anyone know who offers LVAD classes in Chicago for nurses?

Thank you for your help :)

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    These aren't in person, but you can check out Thoratec eUniversity. They are the makers of the HeartMate LVAD.

    https://www.thoratecu.com/Saba/Web/Main

    Not sure if they're open to the general public or only hospitals doing VADs, but it's worth a shot.

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    Every LVAD pt has a phone number to call on them and on their battery. As soon as they are triaged, call the number or have the provider call it ASAP.

    Edited to add: http://www.mylvad.com/ems

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    Hi Connie,

    What hospital are you at? I work for HeartWare in Chicago and we do train some EDs that need basic VAD training.

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    If you take care of them, I'd contact your VAD/transplant coordinator and ask for education. If you do not implant them at your hospital, I'd contact Thoratec or Heartware and ask if a local rep can give you a lecture or some paperwork.

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