Your NEW Society: 2023/24
The OSCP has been professionally representing Ontario Perfusionists since 1989. Beginning early 2023, this representation is marked provincially, through partnership with CorHealth and Ontario Health advocating the utilization of best-practice standards and guidelines in perfusion medicine in caring for patients in Ontario; providing recommendations for safe staffing unique to perfusion; high-level compensation advocacy based on knowledge and understanding of inter-institutional variation in scopes of perfusion practice; stakeholder representing Ontario Perfusionists on the advisement on education and training redevelopment planning with CorHealth and the Michener Institute; established for the first time in OSCP history a formalized professional presence of perfusion in active partnerships with CPSO, ORNGE, CCSO, OHA, HPD, CorHealth and Ontario Health.
The vision of the OSCP is a new way forward for Ontario Perfusionists through purpose-driven leadership. The purpose is meaningful advocacy for our patients, our members and our profession.
Our commitment to you, is that you will be heard, understood and involved in the solution. It's time to work together to build the future you envision.
Provincial Partnerships
2023-2025
Evolution and Impact:
The History of the Ontario Society of Clinical Perfusion
The Ontario Society of Clinical Perfusion (OSCP) traces its roots back to May 1983 when Carla Hamilton, Coordinator of the Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology Program at the Toronto Institute of Medical Technology, organized the first educational event for perfusionists under the name ON Perfusionists Association (OPA). Initially held on the eighth floor of what is now known as the Michener Institute of Education at UHN, this event evolved into an annual tradition until 1990 when the OPA rebranded itself as the OSCP to better align with the newly formed Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion.
2023-2025 Board of Directors
President
Maggie Savelberg B.Sc(H), CPC
As both Chief of Perfusion at KHSC and since her time on the OSCP Board (2017), Maggie has been a passionate advocate of professional commitment, advocacy rooted in historical appreciation and future growth across Ontario and Canada. Serving as the President of the CSCP (2020-22) she was one of three female presidents in Canadian Perfusion history, and is a proponent of following ones curiosities, lifelong learning and leadership education.
Secretary
Diana Galley B.Sc., CPC, CCP
Diana is a much welcomes board member having served on the OSCP board 2015/17 as Secretary/Treasurer she has been an asset to the Society with experience in the processes and communications needed for effective board function. Graduating from the Michener in 2010. , she began her career at LHSC before settling in Kingston in 2020. Her experience, organization and willingness to support will be of tremendous value returning to this role.
Treasurer
Geneviève Martel B.Sc., CPC, CCP
Genevieve is known for her dedication to ensuring the highest standards of patient care through education and professional development at TGH. Her career began at the Michener, graduating in 2014, now with over 8 years of experience she has become an advocate for sustainability and a member of the OR Green Team. She is passionate about minimizing waste and implementing recycling practices in health care environments, which in perfusion has yet to be explored a fantastic opportunity for engagement with leadership in support of positive change.
Director-at-Large - AGM Coordinator
Judy Won CCP, CPC
Recipient of the 2019 OSCP Professional Achievement Award given in appreciation and recognition of a distinguished career exemplifying always the highest standards of professional excellence, integrity and ongoing commitment to The Ontario Society of Clinical Perfusion. Judy brings to the board an appreciation for its history as founding board member, and over 37 years of clinical perfusion expertise, her archival documentation and history of the Society and Perfusion in Ontario and Canada.
Director-at-Large
Tyson Cooper, B.ScN, CCP, CPC
Currently, Tyson contributes valuable insights while serving on the OSCP Compensation Committee he has now become a full member of the BOD as a director-at-large. His impressive background and departmental achievements will make him a key asset in shaping bylaws, advancing ECMO education and advocating for Perfusion pay equity across the province. Tyson's unique perspective, combining a strong educational foundation with diverse healthcare experience, ensures significant contributions to the board.
Medical Director:
Ontario Perfusion Board of Directors:
Dr. Gianluigi Bisleri MD, FRCSC
Associate Professor and Director of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at the University of Toronto, Cardiac Surgeon at St. Michael’s Hospital and Investigator at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute. Medical advisor and collaborative advocate in developing safe and best patient care in perfusion medicine, education, training, standards and guidelines.
Willingness-to-serve
We need your involvement. If you would like to serve in any of the roles available, please complete the form below. Please note that board and committee openings are typically filled by October of each year. Those interested in serving are signing up to be considered for the following calendar year.