Gregory J. Schears

Gregory J. Schears, MD, is a distinguished physician-scientist at Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN) in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, with subspecialties in Pediatric Anesthesiology and Critical Care. He completed his medical training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (MD 1986) and advanced fellowships at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Pediatric Anesthesia (1994) and Pediatric Intensive Care (1996).

Research Focus: Dr. Schears leads investigations in extracorporeal life support (ECMO), vascular access safety, and critical care interventions. His work integrates clinical practice with translational innovation, particularly in pediatric resuscitation, catheter-securement technologies, and ECMO protocol optimization. Recent publications emphasize evidence-based approaches to thrombosis prevention, immunocompromised patient management, and congenital heart disease outcomes.

Awards & Leadership: Recognized with 5 ELSO Center of Excellence Awards and Mayo Clinic's Distinguished Clinician Award. Served as Medical Director for Pediatric Transport and ECMO Services, Treasurer for the Association for Vascular Access, and committee roles in mortality review, resuscitation, and transfusion protocols.

Educational Impact: Awarded Outstanding Course Director by Mayo Clinic School of CPD for ECMO simulation training programs. His team collaborations include the Pediatric Transport Transformation Workgroup and international ECMO guideline development.