Nuwellis Expands Critical Care Education with Aquadex Training at University of Minnesota Critical Care Cardiology Education Summit
More than 280 physicians trained in Aquadex usage – one of the largest hands-on training events in Company history
MINNEAPOLIS, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nuwellis, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUWE), a medical technology company committed to delivering solutions for patients with cardiorenal conditions, highlighted the clinical utility of its Aquadex SmartFlow® system at the 4th annual Critical Care Cardiology Education Summit (CCCES), hosted by the University of Minnesota. As part of the conference’s skills-based curriculum, conference instructors conducted focused Aquadex training sessions that provided participants with practical experience using the Company 's ultrafiltration technology. More than 280 physicians completed hands-on Aquadex training during the event, representing one of the largest concentrated educational initiatives for Aquadex among current and future cardiac intensivists.
"CCCES is uniquely designed to provide experiential learning and hands-on skills training for clinicians managing some of the most complex patients in cardiovascular medicine, " said Nuwellis’ CEO John Erb. "The event was an important opportunity for us to introduce Aquadex to many fellows and practicing physicians and demonstrate how precise fluid management can play an important role in caring for critically ill patients. "
The summit brought together cardiology fellows, attending physicians, intensivists and critical care specialists from across the country for an immersive educational experience focused on advancing care in the cardiac intensive care unit. This year 's conference theme centered on the management of bleeding and coagulopathy in critically ill cardiac patients and featured a combination of lectures, case-based discussions, and hands-on procedural training.
The Aquadex SmartFlow system is designed to provide precise, controlled fluid removal for patients with fluid overload, offering clinicians an important tool in the management of complex cardiovascular and critical care adult and pediatric patients. Through its participation at CCCES, Nuwellis continues its commitment to advancing physician education and expanding awareness of innovative fluid management strategies among both current practitioners and physicians in training.
About Nuwellis
Nuwellis, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUWE) is a medical technology company committed to delivering solutions for patients with cardiorenal conditions. The Company develops solutions designed to support patient care through monitoring, therapy, and data-informed clinical decision-making across acute and chronic care settings. Nuwellis’ portfolio includes commercially available and development-stage technologies addressing complex cardiorenal conditions, with a focus on safety, precision, and scalability across patient populations. For more information, visit www.nuwellis.com.
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