Deborah Lowery Adams, MA, LP, CCP
Texas Heart Institute Positions
- Director and Clinical Coordinator, School of Perfusion Technology
Education
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Undergraduate:
Texas A&M University
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Graduate:
American Public University
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Internship:
UTHSCH Texas Heart Institute
Academic & Clinical Affiliations
- AACP
- AMSECT
- CHI St. Luke’s Health-Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
Certifications
- Certified Clinical Perfusionist, American Board Cardiovascular Perfusion
Publications
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