About EINZ
Advancing ECMO Education Globally
EINZ — Empowering ECMO & Critical Care Worldwide
EINZ (ECMO in New Zealand) began as a small initiative to bring world-class ECMO education to clinicians in New Zealand. Today, we are a global nonprofit dedicated to advancing critical care through philanthropy-driven education, collaborative community building, and innovative solutions that address real-world challenges. We exist to make high-quality ECMO and critical care knowledge accessible anywhere in the world. By connecting regional teams with global experts who donate their time, we bring locally relevant, practical education directly to the bedside—breaking down barriers of cost, geography, and institutional hierarchy.
What We Do
1. Global ECMO & Critical Care Education
We deliver tailored training that meets the specific needs of local teams—whether in major academic centers or remote regional hospitals. Our faculty are international experts who volunteer their expertise, ensuring education remains rooted in generosity and impact.
2. Philanthropy-Driven Collaboration
We foster a global community where clinicians, researchers, and content experts share knowledge freely, support one another, and build lasting relationships. Ego stays out; generosity stays in.
3. Research & Innovation
We stay nimble and unorthodox—using creative simulations, novel technologies, and problem-driven research to solve the pain points clinicians face every day. Innovation is not a buzzword for us; it's a tool for improving care.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower critical care teams around the world through philanthropy-driven education, meaningful collaboration, and innovative solutions that enhance ECMO and critical care practice. We break down barriers, eliminate unnecessary formality, and deliver high-quality experiences—staying agile, authentic, and boldly creative in everything we do.
Our Vision
We envision a global community where knowledge flows freely, experts support one another generously, and every patient—no matter where they live—benefits from exceptional ECMO and critical care. Through expertise, collaboration, and fearless innovation, we strive to redefine what's possible in extracorporeal support and build a future where empowered teams everywhere can deliver the highest standard of care.
Our Philosophy
EINZ thrives on authenticity, agility, and bold creativity. We eliminate unnecessary formality and bureaucracy, choosing instead to build connections, stay accessible, and have fun while delivering uncompromising quality. We are known for our over-the-top simulations, inventive teaching methods, and fearlessness in trying new approaches.
Our Values
Clinical Excellence
We deliver the highest quality ECMO education, drawing from evidence-based practices and expert faculty from leading institutions worldwide.
Global Access
We are committed to making ECMO education accessible to healthcare providers in all regions, bridging gaps in knowledge and resources.
Collaboration
We foster a collaborative global community of ECMO specialists, facilitating knowledge exchange and advancing clinical practice together.
Patient-Centered Care
Every program we develop is focused on improving patient outcomes and advancing the standard of care in critical illness.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi,
engari he toa takitini
My strength is not that of an individual,
but that of the collective
— Māori Whakataukī (Proverb)
This whakataukī embodies EINZ's core philosophy of collaboration and collective wisdom. Our strength comes from bringing together global experts, regional practitioners, and passionate learners to advance ECMO care for all.
Our Team
Stefan Wiebe
Co-Founder
Suraj Yalamuri
Co-Founder
Adrian Boehm
Treasurer
James Fryer
Counsel
Lex Albrecht
Marketing
Jan Hagenbrock
Digital
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