Longxiang Pan
Pittsburgh
Summary
Master’s-level perfusionist-trainee with extensive exposure in adult cardiac surgery, emergency ECMO activations, and high-acuity vascular cases (Type A/B dissection, SVC tear). Skilled in in vivo extracorporeal circulation, circuit setup, cannulation strategy, and crisis management in multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Perfusion Training History
University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital, Cardiac Operating Room
06.2025 - 12.2026
- Learned perfusion responsibilities which includes pump assembly and priming, patient medical history risk assessment for bypass procedure, surgery pre-ops and checkups, patient blood anticoagulation and arterial blood gas maintenance, precise on-pump blood flow control, cardioplegia myocardial protection, stable weaning off bypass, crashing on bypass and crisis management.
- Attended intensive cardiac surgeries including robotic total endoscopic coronary artery bypass, Type A/B dissection repair, coronary artery bypass graft surgery, aortic/mitral valve replacement, aortic root/Ascending/Hemi replacement, laser lead extraction, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, heart, lung & liver transplant surgery, pediatric atrial defect repair, HIPEC, ECMO decannulation.
- Learned comprehensive skill with ECMO, Impella, IABP, and cell saver systems
- Attended regional heart summit and exchanged case experiences with physicians and perfusionists.
- Learned effective communication and collaboration skills to nurses, scrub techs, anesthesiologists and surgeons.
Crisis Management History
University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital, Cardiac Operating Room
- Assisted in managing high-acuity, life-threatening surgical emergencies including right atrial perforation, Type A and B aortic dissection repairs, post-closure massive bleeding, and superior vena cava (SVC) tear.
- Initiated rapid cardiopulmonary bypass and hemodynamic stabilization under emergent conditions to maintain systemic perfusion and oxygen delivery.
- Actively participated in emergency ECMO initiation for refractory cardiogenic and respiratory failure, including bedside activation outside the operating room.
- Prepared and deployed ECMO emergency go-bag/cart for rapid response in ICU, cath lab, and emergency department settings, ensuring circuit readiness for ECPR or crash ECMO.
- Managed critical circuit troubleshooting under pressure, including air entrainment, flow instability, oxygenator malfunction, and reservoir obstruction or clot formation.
- Demonstrated calm, coordinated communication and decisive technical action with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams in time-sensitive rescue scenarios.
Researcher
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Dr. Pablo Sanchez Lab
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Research under supervision of Dr Pablo Sanchez and Kentaro Noda.
- Reviewed NRP articles, attempted creating miniature bypass circuit for rodents.
- Observed sternotomy & bypass procedure on rats & mice.
Lab research assistant
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Weisz Lab, Renal-Electrolyte Division
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed Western Blotting including protein gel electrophoresis on kidney cells.
- Analysis of the experiment data using computer based software.
- Assist laboratory staff with inventory maintenance, set up, and routine tasks.
Shadow experience
City Vets
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Observed surgical operations for canine and feline sterilization.
- Observed the diagnosis and treatment planning include euthanization.
- Learned the communication skill between the medical professional and clients.
Rehabilitation Assistant Intern
China Resource and Wuhan Iron and Steel Group Corporation General Hospital
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Helped neuro and musculoskeletal patients develop personalized treatment plans.
- Assisted therapist and rehabilitation scholars to research relevant topics.
- Organized weekly discussion meetings for new rehabilitation industry developments.
Education
M.S - Perfusion Technology
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center School of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Pittsburgh, PA12.2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA12-2026
B.S - Biological Sciences candidate
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05.2023
Bachelor of Health Science candidate - undefined
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand11.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Analytics candidate
University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand06.2019
Master of Science -
Mount Roskill Grammar School
Auckland, New Zealand12.2018
Skills
- Clinical & Procedural Skills: cannula selection, bypass initiation, maintenance & termination, antegrade & retrograde cerebral perfusion (ACP & RCP), normothermic regional perfusion (NRP), HIPEC, cardioplegia delivery
- Emergency & Crisis Skills: Emergency ECMO initiation, ECMO go-bag/cart preparation, rapid bypass conversion, reservoir/clog troubleshooting, flow instability resolution
- Equipment & Technology: Heart-lung machine setup (Terumo CAPIOX FX25 hardshell reservoir & CAPIOX iCP Centrifugal Pump with 3/8 inch tubing & LivaNova S5 cardiotomy roller pump), Blood gas monitoring (Radiometer ABL90 FLEX PLUS & Terumo CDI System 550), IABP/VAD (Impella) support, Cell saver protocols (Sorin Xtra), Cardioplegia delivery Del Nido & Microplegia (QUEST MPS 3), Hemoconcentrator (Terumo Hemocor HPH), Temperature management (LivaNova Heater-Cooler System 3T), Anticoagulation (ACT i-STAT)
- Certifications: BLS/ACLS, ABCP Exam Preparation (in progress)
Websites
Affiliations
- University of Pittsburgh American Medical Student Association
- Member
- Participated in weekly meetings with medical professionals and medical students.
- Attended research fairs, explored different shadow opportunities.
- University of Pittsburgh Chinese Students and Scholars Association
- Logistic Officer
- Organized several events including the Chinese New Year Gala & Autumn Festival Gala.
- Systematic and routine management of inventory storage.
- Conducted recruitment events to navigate freshman international students transitioning into abroad college life.
Timeline
Perfusion Training History
University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital, Cardiac Operating Room
06.2025 - 12.2026
Researcher
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Dr. Pablo Sanchez Lab
07.2023 - 09.2023
Lab research assistant
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Weisz Lab, Renal-Electrolyte Division
01.2023 - 05.2023
Shadow experience
City Vets
08.2022 - 12.2022
Rehabilitation Assistant Intern
China Resource and Wuhan Iron and Steel Group Corporation General Hospital
05.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Health Science candidate - undefined
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Analytics candidate
University of Auckland
Crisis Management History
University of Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital, Cardiac Operating Room
M.S - Perfusion Technology
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center School of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Carlow University
B.S - Biological Sciences candidate
University of Pittsburgh
Master of Science -
Mount Roskill Grammar School