We exist to strengthen hospital ECMO and perfusion programs nationwide — providing skilled teams, training, and operational support that puts patients first. Wherever care is critical, we’re there.
Innovative ECMO Concepts saw first-hand the need for more consistent, evidence-based ECMO training, education, and practice. Our mission and vision were born from our goal to increase ECMO knowledge and provide excellent quality care to the ECMO population. It is our intent to support the ECLS community by providing ECMO training and expertise aimed at advancing the rapidly growing ECLS field. We are the only company offering a complete service package, utilizing leaders in the ECLS community.
Every decision starts with empathy. Behind every shift is a patient, a care team, and a life on the line.
From 3 a.m. calls to multi-month deployments, we deliver with consistency, clarity, and control.
Our teams are trained, prepared, and present. Excellence isn’t a goal — it’s our baseline.
Innovative ECMO Concepts saw first-hand the need for more consistent, evidence-based ECMO training, education, and practice. Our mission and vision were born from our goal to increase ECMO knowledge and provide excellent quality care to the ECMO population. It is our intent to support the ECLS community by providing ECMO training and expertise aimed at advancing the rapidly growing ECLS field. We are the only company offering a complete service package, utilizing leaders in the ECLS community.
Every decision starts with empathy. Behind every shift is a patient, a care team, and a life on the line.
From 3 a.m. calls to multi-month deployments, we deliver with consistency, clarity, and control.
Our teams are trained, prepared, and present. Excellence isn’t a goal — it’s our baseline.
The collective experience of the IEC team spans decades in critical care, ECMO program leadership, academia, and research. Our professionals have not only trained thousands of ECMO specialists and contributed significantly to global ECMO advancements, but have also authored a wealth of peer-reviewed articles. Their unrivaled expertise and the unique flexibility of our services empower us to cater to the specific needs of any institution, offering top-quality, customized solutions for your ECMO program. With IEC, our extensive knowledge and years of experience are at your staff’s disposal, transforming your institution’s ECMO capabilities.
With over 15 years in critical care operations and clinical program development, Thomas Preston oversees the systems that power Integration Health’s fast, reliable ECMO deployments. From staffing logistics to performance optimization, he brings a steady hand and operational clarity to every partnership — ensuring hospitals receive expert support, without delay or disruption.
Hayden Miller brings over a decade of frontline experience in cardiopulmonary bypass and ECLS support. A former respiratory therapist turned perfusionist, he has led in the OR, in transport, and at the state level — including as Chairman of the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Perfusionists. Since co-founding the company in 2014, he has trained more than 1,500 ECLS clinicians and continues to lead through education and clinical excellence.
Dr. John Mehall leads operational strategy at IEC with a rare blend of surgical expertise and business acumen. As a cardiac surgeon, healthcare entrepreneur, and systems innovator, he’s spent decades pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in patient care. For him, “Confidence Delivered” means building scalable programs that blend precision with compassion — and ensuring every hospital has the tools to save more lives.
John Martin leads sales, marketing, and investor strategy with a founder’s mindset and a deep belief in doing the right thing — on the field and in the office. A lifelong entrepreneur, he’s built companies from the ground up with purpose and urgency. For him, “Confidence Delivered” means saving lives through action, leadership, and respect for every role it takes to win.
Will Brand leads financial strategy with a sharp focus on growth, stability, and long-term impact. With a background spanning multiple industries, he brings deep experience in planning, compliance, and operational transformation. A team-first leader, Will is driven by a singular goal: improving outcomes for patients and partners through smarter, stronger financial systems.