About The project
At EINZ (former: ECMO in NZ), we believe that world-class critical care should never be bound by geography. Our journey started in New Zealand with a bold vision: to break down barriers and ensure that lifesaving therapies like ECMO and Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) are accessible to all—no matter where you are.el.
Since our launch in 2022, we've evolved from a regional initiative into an international force for good. Our courses have blended cutting-edge theoretical insights with high-fidelity simulation training, all delivered by a truly global faculty. We've shared our expertise, and in turn, learned from experts at institutions such as the Mayo Clinic, Duke University, and St Thomas' Hospital, among many others.
Looking ahead, our mission takes an exciting turn. In September 2025, we’re headed to Hospital San Juan de Dios in Santiago, Chile. Chile’s own well-established ECMO service sets the stage for this event, where participants from across South America will come together. Our aim is simple yet ambitious: to further the reach of ECMO, strengthen network infrastructure, and train local services in areas that have long been underserved.
At the start of 2026, we return to our roots in New Zealand—but with a twist. We’re hosting an exclusive forum dedicated to advancing the frontiers of ECMO and Mechanical Circulatory Support, integrating next-generation ICU technologies, and pioneering breakthrough strategies in heart and lung transplantation. This intimate gathering of world-leading clinicians, bioengineers, researchers, and industry innovators is designed to spark breakthrough ideas in a setting that prizes collaboration and innovation. It’s a rare opportunity for a small group of giants to get together, share a laugh or two, and ultimately redefine what’s possible in critical care.
We want to be more than just a series of events—a community on a transformative journey, united by our commitment to equitable, accessible, and forward-thinking healthcare. Whether you're fine-tuning your technical skills or brainstorming the future of critical care, we invite you to join us in shaping a world where every patient has access to the best that modern medicine has to offer.