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Wellstar Kennestone Celebrates 5-Year ECMO Anniversary

For a half decade and counting, Wellstar Kennestone has used an advanced treatment called extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to provide vital oxygen supply to people when it matters the most.

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Looking at Zac DiGiorgio today, you wouldn't know he almost lost his life — twice. Like any typical guy in his early 20’s, Zac was always on the move. He kept himself busy and lead an active lifestyle. Naturally, when his parents needed their shutters replaced, Zac was volunteered. With a drill in hand, he climbed the ladder to replace old hardware and the shutters. Then everything changed in the blink of an eye.

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When a patient has a pulmonary embolism, it’s crucial that they receive the right care, right away. A new team of experts at Wellstar brings together specialists from several disciplines to collaborate on care, quickly and accurately assessing patients and formalizing a personalized treatment plan.

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Conditions We Treat

Our highly skilled intensivists can initiate and support critically ill patients with a variety of life-saving treatments.

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Treatments We Offer

To provide the best care for our patients, Wellstar intensivists use a variety of advanced treatment options. 

  • Non-invasive and invasive ventilation
  • Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) 
  • Extracorporeal CO2 removal (ECCO2R)
  • Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
  • Other advanced cardiac mechanical support including Impella ventricular support system/left ventricular assist device (LVAD), intra-aortic balloon pump
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