Partner News | Published: Friday, March 6, 2026
Hospitals seeking to implement complex technologies like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) now have practical roadmaps thanks to Integration Health’s effort to provide guidance drawn from decades of clinical and operational experience in extracorporeal care. Through blogs, podcasts, white papers and case studies, the organization shares strategies for building ECMO and perfusion programs that are both clinically effective and operationally sustainable.
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Integration Health’s latest educational resource is a white paper and case study titled “90 Days to Launch: How Our Lady of the Lake Built a Profitable ECMO Program in One Year,” offering actionable insights for health systems looking to launch or optimize ECMO programs. This case study will also be the topic of a MedAxiom-hosted webinar on April 2, 2026, from 1 - 2 p.m. ET.
From Experience to National ECMO Support
Integration Health was founded after leaders from Innovative ECMO Concepts and ECMO Advantage recognized hospitals’ growing need for integrated operational support in ECMO and perfusion. Beyond advisory services, hospitals often require solutions combining clinical staffing, training, transport coordination and full program development.
Built by practicing clinicians with extensive critical care and cardiovascular expertise, Integration Health now provides high-fidelity training, experienced ECMO specialists, mobile support teams and turnkey program design. The organization has also expanded into complementary services, including normothermic regional perfusion, shock programs and broader mechanical circulatory support, helping hospitals navigate increasingly complex life-support therapies.
Launching a City’s First ECMO Program
The new case study details how Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA, launched its first ECMO program in just 90 days with Integration Health’s support. ECMO often requires significant investment in staffing, training and infrastructure, causing many hospitals to delay implementation.
Through a structured launch strategy including clinical training, staffing models and operational frameworks, the hospital not only achieved rapid ECMO readiness but also reached profitability within its first year – five years ahead of initial projections. The case study demonstrates how thoughtful planning and expert support can accelerate both patient care impact and financial sustainability.
Empowering Hospitals Through Education
By translating hands-on expertise from ECMO delivery, transplant programs and cardiovascular operations into educational materials, the organization helps hospital teams understand the operational, clinical and financial considerations of advanced circulatory support.
The release of the new white paper and case study underscores Integration Health’s commitment to building a national ecosystem of ECMO specialists and educators, enabling hospitals to implement effective programs that improve outcomes for the most critically ill patients.
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