MINNEAPOLIS, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nuwellis, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUWE), a medical technology company dedicated to advancing solutions in fluid management, today announced the appointment of John Erb as its Chief Executive Officer. Erb, who has served as interim CEO since February 2025, will continue to lead the company with a focus on strategic clarity, operational discipline, and sustainable growth.

This marks Erb’s return to the CEO role at Nuwellis, having previously served in the position from 2015 – 2020. His reappointment reflects the Board’s confidence in his leadership and deep understanding of the company’s mission and potential. Under his interim leadership, Erb has brought stability and renewed momentum to the organization.

“I’m honored to lead Nuwellis at such a pivotal moment,” said John Erb, CEO of Nuwellis. “We have a passionate team, a therapy that saves lives, and a vision that resonates with clinicians. I’m excited to build on our strong foundation and drive the company forward.”

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About Nuwellis

Nuwellis, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUWE) is a medical device company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients suffering from fluid overload through science, collaboration, and innovation. The company is focused on commercializing the Aquadex SmartFlow^® system for ultrafiltration therapy. Nuwellis is headquartered in Minneapolis, with a wholly owned subsidiary in Ireland. For more information visit www.nuwellis.com or visit us on LinkedIn or Twitter.

About the Aquadex SmartFlow^® System

The Aquadex SmartFlow system delivers clinically proven therapy using a simple, flexible and smart method of removing excess fluid from patients suffering from hypervolemia (fluid overload). The Aquadex SmartFlow system is indicated for temporary (up to 8 hours) or extended (longer than 8 hours in patients who require hospitalization) use in adult and pediatric patients weighing 20 kg or more whose fluid overload is unresponsive to medical management, including diuretics. All treatments must be administered by a health care provider, within an outpatient or inpatient clinical setting, under physician prescription, both having received training in extracorporeal therapies.

Forward-Looking Statements

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