Extracorporeal Life Support Program

Our team specializes in using potentially lifesaving technology to help critically ill patients experiencing heart failure or lung disease.

Extracorporeal Life Support Program

Our team specializes in using potentially lifesaving technology to help critically ill patients experiencing heart failure or lung disease.

USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute

Our team designs heart and vascular treatments specifically for you to give you the best outcome.

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State-of-the-Art Life Support Technology and Care

If your heart or lungs aren’t working properly, you may need advanced life support. The USC Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) Program offers a technology known as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO, to care for people who are critically ill.

ECMO takes over the work of the heart and lungs to add oxygen to the blood and pump it throughout the body. In addition to ECMO, our expert cardiac physicians also implant and manage a variety of temporary life-support devices. Whether you need short- or long-term specialized life support treatment, we will be your dedicated partner in care.

  • Your care team includes experts in cardiothoracic surgery, intensive care medicine, and nurses and respiratory therapists with additional training in caring for patients who are receiving ECLS.
  • ECMO is a highly specialized treatment available only at the most advanced medical centers.
  • Our ECLS experts work closely with you and your family and caregivers to provide support during each phase of your treatment journey.

USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute

Our team designs heart and vascular treatments specifically for you to give you the best outcome.

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Our Specialists

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USC Advanced Heart Failure Center

Our expert cardiologists offer best-in-class treatments to help you live with heart failure.

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Cardiac Surgery

We provide a complete range of specialized heart surgeries to treat your unique cardiac needs.

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Heart Health Care

Our cardiologists use cutting-edge therapies to reduce your risk of heart disease and improve your quality of life.

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Heart Transplant

Our experts offer complete medical and surgical care for advanced heart failure, heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.

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World-class Leadership

Our internationally renowned physicians and clinicians are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. We are leaders in cutting-edge treatments, breakthrough research and exceptional outcomes.

Craig Baker, MD

Chief, Division of Cardiac Surgery

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Residency

Independent Cardiothoracic Residency Program

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USC Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship Program

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