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Podcasts
08/14/2026
Manesh R. Patel, MD, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI; Isabel Vega
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association...
08/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
08/12/2026
Isabel Vega; Mark Abela, MD
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international...
08/12/2026
EP Lab Digest
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Sponsored Content
08/10/2026
Auroa Badin, MD
Auroa Badin, MD, demonstrates the Philips VeriSight Single Plane Steerable Enhanced 2D ICE approach during a pulsed field ablation procedure, highlighting how Philips’ xMatrix 2D imaging technology supports real-time visualization and...
Auroa Badin, MD, demonstrates the Philips VeriSight Single Plane Steerable Enhanced 2D ICE approach during a pulsed field ablation procedure, highlighting how Philips’ xMatrix 2D imaging technology supports real-time visualization and...
Auroa Badin, MD, demonstrates...
08/10/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
08/01/2026
Jodie Elrod; Melissa May, MSN, RN
Melissa May, MSN, RN, describes the successful completion of the initial pulsed field ablation (PFA) cases for atrial fibrillation (AF) at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital in Ephrata, Pennsylvania.
Melissa May, MSN, RN, describes the successful completion of the initial pulsed field ablation (PFA) cases for atrial fibrillation (AF) at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital in Ephrata, Pennsylvania.
Melissa May, MSN, RN, describes...
08/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Videos
07/14/2026
Amy Kleinhans, DNP; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest talks with Amy Kleinhans DNP, FHRS, about her presentation entitled "The AF Clinic Experience” at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Amy Kleinhans DNP, FHRS, about her presentation entitled "The AF Clinic Experience” at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Amy...
07/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
05/31/2026
Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FHRS, FACC; Jodie Elrod
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed,...
05/31/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
05/01/2026
Bilal Niazi, BS; Ermin Tale, DO; Demetra Menoudakos, BS; Todd Cohen, MD
This case describes recurrent alcohol-induced arrhythmias in a patient with a single-chamber ICD resulting in multiple shocks, illustrating the challenges of patient adherence and management in this population.
This case describes recurrent alcohol-induced arrhythmias in a patient with a single-chamber ICD resulting in multiple shocks, illustrating the challenges of patient adherence and management in this population.
This case describes recurrent...
05/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
04/29/2026
Jose Carlos Pachon, MD, PhD, CCDS, FHRS, FLAHRS; Jodie Elrod
José Carlos Pachón-Mateos, MD, PhD, FHRS, FEHRA, discusses his recent data presented at CRT 2026.
José Carlos Pachón-Mateos, MD, PhD, FHRS, FEHRA, discusses his recent data presented at CRT 2026.
José Carlos Pachón-Mateos, MD,...
04/29/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Story
04/01/2026
Ashish Sadhu, MD, FHRS, FACC
Dr Sadhu describes the procedural workflow, patient selection criteria, and clinical rationale for a combined approach integrating PFA, 3D electroanatomic mapping, and 4D ICE with LAAO for the treatment of AF in older patients.
Dr Sadhu describes the procedural workflow, patient selection criteria, and clinical rationale for a combined approach integrating PFA, 3D electroanatomic mapping, and 4D ICE with LAAO for the treatment of AF in older patients.
Dr Sadhu describes the...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
03/30/2026
Data highlights the WATCHMAN FLX device provided statistically superior protection from bleeding, demonstrated similar efficacy compared to blood thinners in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Data highlights the WATCHMAN FLX device provided statistically superior protection from bleeding, demonstrated similar efficacy compared to blood thinners in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Data highlights the WATCHMAN FLX...
03/30/2026
EP Lab Digest

Podcasts

Podcasts
08/14/2026
Manesh R. Patel, MD, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI; Isabel Vega
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association...
08/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
08/12/2026
Isabel Vega; Mark Abela, MD
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international...
08/12/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
05/31/2026
Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FHRS, FACC; Jodie Elrod
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed,...
05/31/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/16/2026
Eli Friedman, MD; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli Friedman, MD, director of sports cardiology at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, about the launch of the institute’s new Sports Cardiology Program.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli Friedman, MD, director of sports cardiology at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, about the launch of the institute’s new Sports Cardiology Program.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli...
01/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
10/01/2025
Christi Deaton; Jodie Elrod
EPLD talks with Professor Christi Deaton about the 2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease, which calls for a rethinking of how cardiovascular care and mental health care intersect.
EPLD talks with Professor Christi Deaton about the 2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on Mental Health and Cardiovascular Disease, which calls for a rethinking of how cardiovascular care and mental health care intersect.
EPLD talks with Professor...
10/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
09/01/2025
Olivia Gilbert, MD, MSc, FACC; Jodie Elrod
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we speak with Olivia Gilbert, MD, MSc, FACC, about the new ACC Concise Clinical Guidance report on medical weight management for optimizing cardiovascular health, including practical applications.
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we speak with Olivia Gilbert, MD, MSc, FACC, about the new ACC Concise Clinical Guidance report on medical weight management for optimizing cardiovascular health, including practical applications.
In this episode of The EP Edit...
09/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
04/21/2025
Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI
EPLD talks with Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, about challenges in cardiovascular care for women, gaps in knowledge, and more.
EPLD talks with Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, about challenges in cardiovascular care for women, gaps in knowledge, and more.
EPLD talks with Nishtha Sareen,...
04/21/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
02/07/2025
Bibhu D. Mohanty, MD; Elizabeth Schetina, BSN, RN
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa General Hospital’s NeuroCardiac Program, a unique, collaborative approach to patient care that is shaping the future of heart-brain health.
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa General Hospital’s NeuroCardiac Program, a unique, collaborative approach to patient care that is shaping the future of heart-brain health.
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa...
02/07/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/10/2025
Nassir F. Marrouche, MD; Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
In this episode, EP Lab Digest features a discussion with Bradley Knight, MD, and Nassir Marrouche, MD, about the upcoming Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, taking place February 27-March 1, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. 
In this episode, EP Lab Digest features a discussion with Bradley Knight, MD, and Nassir Marrouche, MD, about the upcoming Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, taking place February 27-March 1, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. 
In this episode, EP Lab...
01/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
New Guidance on Cardiac Arrhythmias and Autonomic Dysfunction Associated With COVID-19, and Cardiac Contributions to Brain Health
Podcasts
12/06/2024
Rakesh Gopinathannair, MD, MA, FACC, FHRS; Elaine Y. Wan, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS
This episode features interviews with Drs Rakesh Gopinathannair and Elaine Wan about new scientific statements from the American Heart Association.
This episode features interviews with Drs Rakesh Gopinathannair and Elaine Wan about new scientific statements from the American Heart Association.
This episode features interviews...
12/06/2024
EP Lab Digest
EP Edit Podcast
Podcasts
08/14/2026
The EP Edit is the official podcast of EP Lab Digest, a monthly publication for electrophysiologists and allied health professionals in the field of cardiac electrophysiology.
The EP Edit is the official podcast of EP Lab Digest, a monthly publication for electrophysiologists and allied health professionals in the field of cardiac electrophysiology.
The EP Edit is the official...
08/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
08/14/2026
Manesh R. Patel, MD, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI; Isabel Vega
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association has named Manesh R Patel, MD, as its volunteer president for 2026-2027, bringing decades of leadership in cardiovascular medicine, clinical research, and quality improvement to the role.
The American Heart Association...
08/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
08/12/2026
Isabel Vega; Mark Abela, MD
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international consensus statement on cardiovascular evaluation in military personnel establishes a standardized framework for screening recruits and service members. In this interview, Mark Abela, MD, discusses the recommendations...
The first international...
08/12/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
07/14/2026
Arash Aryana, MD, PhD; Jodie Elrod
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Arash Aryana to discuss what it really takes to build an ambulatory surgery center-based ablation program.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Arash Aryana to discuss what it really takes to build an ambulatory surgery center-based ablation program.
In this episode, we’re joined by...
07/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
05/31/2026
Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FHRS, FACC; Jodie Elrod
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed, MD, MBA, CPE, FACC, FHRS, FACP, discusses a protocol using IV sotalol initiation followed by same-day discharge and outpatient mobile cardiac monitoring for patients with AF.
In this episode, Imdad Ahmed,...
05/31/2026
EP Lab Digest
Contemporary AF Management: Addressing Increased Detection, Early Rhythm Control and Role of AADs
Podcasts
03/17/2026
T. Jared Bunch, MD; Christian Sohns, MD, FEHRA; Jason G. Andrade, MD; Peter Hanna, MD, PhD; Edward P. Gerstenfeld, MD; Qussay Marashly, MD
This podcast series was originally presented and recorded for CME credit at WAFIB 2026.
This podcast series was originally presented and recorded for CME credit at WAFIB 2026.
This podcast series was...
03/17/2026
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
02/25/2026
Raymond Schaerf, MD; Isabel Vega
EPLD speaks with Dr Raymond Schaerf to discuss his presentation from the recent Virtual Lead Extraction Experts Meeting titled, "When Not to Extract: Navigating Clinical and Ethical Boundaries."
EPLD speaks with Dr Raymond Schaerf to discuss his presentation from the recent Virtual Lead Extraction Experts Meeting titled, "When Not to Extract: Navigating Clinical and Ethical Boundaries."
EPLD speaks with Dr Raymond...
02/25/2026
EP Lab Digest
Ryan K. Kaple, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Heart Failure Care
01/23/2026
Ryan Kaple, MD
In this 35-minute podcast, Dr. Kaple discusses how the CardioMEMS™ HF System has become an essential tool in managing patients with chronic heart failure.
In this 35-minute podcast, Dr. Kaple discusses how the CardioMEMS™ HF System has become an essential tool in managing patients with chronic heart failure.
In this 35-minute podcast, Dr....
01/23/2026
Cath Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/16/2026
Eli Friedman, MD; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli Friedman, MD, director of sports cardiology at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, about the launch of the institute’s new Sports Cardiology Program.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli Friedman, MD, director of sports cardiology at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, about the launch of the institute’s new Sports Cardiology Program.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eli...
01/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
From Transesophageal Echocardiography to 4-Dimensional Intracardiac Echocardiography: Redefining Imaging in Structural Heart Disease
Sponsored Content
12/02/2025
Nassir F. Marrouche, MD; Karim M. Al-Azizi, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FESC
Two leading voices in EP and interventional cardiology, Nassir Marrouche, MD, and Karim Al-Azizi, MD, discuss how technologies such as NUVISION NAV™ Ultrasound Catheter (Johnson & Johnson MedTech) 4D ICE are reshaping operator confidence.
Two leading voices in EP and interventional cardiology, Nassir Marrouche, MD, and Karim Al-Azizi, MD, discuss how technologies such as NUVISION NAV™ Ultrasound Catheter (Johnson & Johnson MedTech) 4D ICE are reshaping operator confidence.
Two leading voices in EP and...
12/02/2025
EP Lab Digest

Quizzes

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Quiz
07/10/2025
Test your knowledge on Arrhythmias in Athletes: Diagnosis, Risk Assessment, and Treatment Approaches.
Test your knowledge on Arrhythmias in Athletes: Diagnosis, Risk Assessment, and Treatment Approaches.
Test your knowledge on...
07/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
quiz
Quiz
06/24/2025
Test your knowledge on whether wearables and smartphones are impacting clinical oversight.
Test your knowledge on whether wearables and smartphones are impacting clinical oversight.
Test your knowledge on whether...
06/24/2025
EP Lab Digest
quiz
Quiz
08/22/2022
Linda C. Moulton, RN, MS, MSN
Test your knowledge on the relationship between atrial fibrillation (AF) and dementia by taking this quiz, created by Linda Moulton, RN, MS.
Test your knowledge on the relationship between atrial fibrillation (AF) and dementia by taking this quiz, created by Linda Moulton, RN, MS.
Test your knowledge on the...
08/22/2022
EP Lab Digest
Quiz
04/14/2020
Quiz provided by Eugene H. Chung, MD, and McKenna Noe, BS.
Quiz provided by Eugene H. Chung, MD, and McKenna Noe, BS.
Quiz provided by Eugene H....
04/14/2020
EP Lab Digest
Quiz
03/19/2020
Quiz submitted by Prof. Dhiraj Gupta MD DM FESC FRCP.
Quiz submitted by Prof. Dhiraj Gupta MD DM FESC FRCP.
Quiz submitted by Prof. Dhiraj...
03/19/2020
EP Lab Digest
Taking EP to the ASC: Building a High-Performance Outpatient Electrophysiology Program
Quiz
03/13/2026
Ambulatory surgery centers are emerging as a powerful platform for EP services. This quiz draws on key lessons from one center’s experience to help clinicians understand best practices for developing ASC-based EP services.
Ambulatory surgery centers are emerging as a powerful platform for EP services. This quiz draws on key lessons from one center’s experience to help clinicians understand best practices for developing ASC-based EP services.
Ambulatory surgery centers are...
03/13/2026
EP Lab Digest
Test Your Knowledge: Understanding Visual Auras After Left-Sided Ablation
Quiz
02/12/2026
This brief quiz reinforces what to know about neurologic symptoms following ablation.
This brief quiz reinforces what to know about neurologic symptoms following ablation.
This brief quiz reinforces what...
02/12/2026
EP Lab Digest
Test Your Knowledge of Bachmann’s Bundle Pacing
Quiz
01/21/2026
This brief quiz highlights key clinical and electrocardiographic concepts from a recent review article to reinforce how Bachmann’s bundle pacing differs from traditional right atrial appendage pacing.
This brief quiz highlights key clinical and electrocardiographic concepts from a recent review article to reinforce how Bachmann’s bundle pacing differs from traditional right atrial appendage pacing.
This brief quiz highlights key...
01/21/2026
EP Lab Digest
Designing a High-Performance EP Lab: Key Strategies for Building a Modern Electrophysiology Program
Quiz
12/11/2025
Test your understanding of the essential planning, design, and infrastructure decisions that go into creating a safe, efficient, and future-ready cardiac electrophysiology laboratory.
Test your understanding of the essential planning, design, and infrastructure decisions that go into creating a safe, efficient, and future-ready cardiac electrophysiology laboratory.
Test your understanding of the...
12/11/2025
EP Lab Digest
Coping with Loss in the Cath and EP Lab: Understanding the Psychological Impact of Patient Death on Health Care Teams
Quiz
11/14/2025
The loss of a patient during a procedure can leave a lasting emotional mark on even the most experienced health care professionals. This brief quiz explores key takeaways on how clinicians experience, process, and recover from such events.
The loss of a patient during a procedure can leave a lasting emotional mark on even the most experienced health care professionals. This brief quiz explores key takeaways on how clinicians experience, process, and recover from such events.
The loss of a patient during a...
11/14/2025
EP Lab Digest
Pharmacologic Weight Reduction and Atrial Fibrillation: Translating Evidence Into EP Practice
Quiz
10/22/2025
Test your knowledge of the practical considerations discussed by Dr Olivia Gilbert in this EP Lab Digest podcast on integrating pharmacologic weight management strategies into the EP practice to optimize atrial fibrillation outcomes.
Test your knowledge of the practical considerations discussed by Dr Olivia Gilbert in this EP Lab Digest podcast on integrating pharmacologic weight management strategies into the EP practice to optimize atrial fibrillation outcomes.
Test your knowledge of the...
10/22/2025
EP Lab Digest
Bringing Innovation to the EP Lab: Navigating Challenges and Solutions
Quiz
08/13/2025
Test your knowledge on the challenges associated with adopting new technologies in the EP lab.
Test your knowledge on the challenges associated with adopting new technologies in the EP lab.
Test your knowledge on the...
08/13/2025
EP Lab Digest
Quiz
Quiz
07/10/2025
Test your knowledge on Arrhythmias in Athletes: Diagnosis, Risk Assessment, and Treatment Approaches.
Test your knowledge on Arrhythmias in Athletes: Diagnosis, Risk Assessment, and Treatment Approaches.
Test your knowledge on...
07/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
quiz
Quiz
06/24/2025
Test your knowledge on whether wearables and smartphones are impacting clinical oversight.
Test your knowledge on whether wearables and smartphones are impacting clinical oversight.
Test your knowledge on whether...
06/24/2025
EP Lab Digest
Know the Guidelines: 2025 AUC for Cardiac Devices
Quiz
06/19/2025
Test your knowledge on the ACC/AHA/ASE/HFSA/HRS/SCAI/SCCT/SCMR Appropriate Use Criteria for device-based therapy in cardiovascular care.
Test your knowledge on the ACC/AHA/ASE/HFSA/HRS/SCAI/SCCT/SCMR Appropriate Use Criteria for device-based therapy in cardiovascular care.
Test your knowledge on the...
06/19/2025
EP Lab Digest