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Spotlight Interview
02/01/2025
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest showcases the EP program at MUSC Health, Heart and Vascular, in Charleston, South Carolina.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest showcases the EP program at MUSC Health, Heart and Vascular, in Charleston, South Carolina.
In this month’s Spotlight...
02/01/2025
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Feature Interview
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eileen McMillin, BSN, RN, Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Program Coordinator at Piedmont Healthcare - Piedmont Heart Institute - Electrophysiology in Atlanta, Georgia, about the role of the AF coordinator.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eileen McMillin, BSN, RN, Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Program Coordinator at Piedmont Healthcare - Piedmont Heart Institute - Electrophysiology in Atlanta, Georgia, about the role of the AF coordinator.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Eileen...
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
EP Tips & Techniques
02/01/2025
Osama T Niazi, DO, and Hend Bcharah, BS, provide an in-depth look at updates to their same-day discharge protocol, outlining eligibility criteria to identify suitable candidates, detailing advanced vascular access, and more.
Osama T Niazi, DO, and Hend Bcharah, BS, provide an in-depth look at updates to their same-day discharge protocol, outlining eligibility criteria to identify suitable candidates, detailing advanced vascular access, and more.
Osama T Niazi, DO, and Hend...
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
02/01/2025
Electrical stimulation of the vertebral veins using a multielectrode EP catheter may be a promising new technique to provoke PVCs in the EP lab to facilitate mapping and successful catheter ablation.
Electrical stimulation of the vertebral veins using a multielectrode EP catheter may be a promising new technique to provoke PVCs in the EP lab to facilitate mapping and successful catheter ablation.
Electrical stimulation of the...
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
David Krummen, MD
Videos
01/31/2025
David Krummen, MD, Professor of Clinical Medicine at University of California San Diego, discusses his upcoming presentation at Western AF, including current challenges and future directions for advancing or improving the integration of...
David Krummen, MD, Professor of Clinical Medicine at University of California San Diego, discusses his upcoming presentation at Western AF, including current challenges and future directions for advancing or improving the integration of...
David Krummen, MD, Professor of...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
01/10/2025
Introduction of this new energy source and the associated electrode catheters designed to deliver PFA has come with the recognition of novel procedural risks and complications that were not considered in the past when using RF or cryo.
Introduction of this new energy source and the associated electrode catheters designed to deliver PFA has come with the recognition of novel procedural risks and complications that were not considered in the past when using RF or cryo.
Introduction of this new energy...
01/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/10/2025
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
Case Study
01/01/2025
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS, and John Ricketts, MD, FACC, present a case of transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in a patient who had incomplete surgical closure of the LAA.
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS, and John Ricketts, MD, FACC, present a case of transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in a patient who had incomplete surgical closure of the LAA.
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC,...
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
01/01/2025
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab...
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest talks with Rakesh Gopinathannair, MD, MA, FAHA, FHRS, about the significance of COVID-associated arrhythmias and autonomic dysfunction, pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical management strategies, and future research.
EP Lab Digest talks with Rakesh Gopinathannair, MD, MA, FAHA, FHRS, about the significance of COVID-associated arrhythmias and autonomic dysfunction, pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical management strategies, and future research.
EP Lab Digest talks with Rakesh...
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
12/01/2024
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Harlingen Medical Center, a 112-bed community hospital in Harlingen, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Harlingen Medical Center, a 112-bed community hospital in Harlingen, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab...
12/01/2024
EP Lab Digest

News

News
02/12/2025
DeepRhythmAI Press Release  The study in brief: Clinical research // Peer-reviewed publication // Quantitative study // Cross-sectional study with 14,606 patients. Linda Johnson, Associate Professor of Cardiovascular...
DeepRhythmAI Press Release  The study in brief: Clinical research // Peer-reviewed publication // Quantitative study // Cross-sectional study with 14,606 patients. Linda Johnson, Associate Professor of Cardiovascular...
DeepRhythmAI Press...
02/12/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
02/07/2025
Medtronic Press Release  New findings from the DiVERT Stroke clinical study showed women spent less time in the hospital, saw fewer referrals to cardiology, and were prescribed less frequent post-stroke cardiac monitoring than men...
Medtronic Press Release  New findings from the DiVERT Stroke clinical study showed women spent less time in the hospital, saw fewer referrals to cardiology, and were prescribed less frequent post-stroke cardiac monitoring than men...
Medtronic Press...
02/07/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
02/05/2025
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Press Release  PITTSBURGH, Feb. 5, 2025 -- Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. It strikes people of all ages...
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Press Release  PITTSBURGH, Feb. 5, 2025 -- Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. It strikes people of all ages...
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation...
02/05/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
02/05/2025
Viz.ai Press Release  SAN FRANCISCO -- Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, has announced results from a clinical study recently published in The Neurohospitalist highlighting...
Viz.ai Press Release  SAN FRANCISCO -- Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, has announced results from a clinical study recently published in The Neurohospitalist highlighting...
Viz.ai Press...
02/05/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
02/05/2025
Catheter Precision, Inc., a U.S.-based innovative medical device company focused on electrophysiology products, today announces that it has closed the previously announced acquisition of PeriKard, LLC.
Catheter Precision, Inc., a U.S.-based innovative medical device company focused on electrophysiology products, today announces that it has closed the previously announced acquisition of PeriKard, LLC.
Catheter Precision, Inc., a...
02/05/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
02/03/2025
American College of Cardiology Press Release  WASHINGTON (Feb 03, 2025) - Secondary prevention medications for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are underused globally and additional strategies to increase their use are needed to improve...
American College of Cardiology Press Release  WASHINGTON (Feb 03, 2025) - Secondary prevention medications for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are underused globally and additional strategies to increase their use are needed to improve...
American College of Cardiology...
02/03/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
01/31/2025
Pulse Biosciences Press Release  MIAMI -- Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLSE), a company leveraging its novel and proprietary Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation™ (nanosecond PFA or nsPFA™) technology, today announced that its...
Pulse Biosciences Press Release  MIAMI -- Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLSE), a company leveraging its novel and proprietary Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation™ (nanosecond PFA or nsPFA™) technology, today announced that its...
Pulse Biosciences Press...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
01/31/2025
Lucia, a leader in health AI and patient engagement solutions, and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), the international leader in science, education, and advocacy for cardiac arrhythmia professionals and patients, today announced a strategic...
Lucia, a leader in health AI and patient engagement solutions, and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS), the international leader in science, education, and advocacy for cardiac arrhythmia professionals and patients, today announced a strategic...
Lucia, a leader in health AI and...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
01/31/2025
Philips Cardiac Workstation uses sophisticated algorithms to speed collection and processing of ECG data, helping streamline care and prioritize at-risk patients
Philips Cardiac Workstation uses sophisticated algorithms to speed collection and processing of ECG data, helping streamline care and prioritize at-risk patients
Philips Cardiac Workstation uses...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
01/29/2025
HeartBeam Press Release SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- HeartBeam, Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT), a medical technology company focused on transforming cardiac care by providing powerful personalized insights, today announced it has submitted a...
HeartBeam Press Release SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- HeartBeam, Inc. (NASDAQ: BEAT), a medical technology company focused on transforming cardiac care by providing powerful personalized insights, today announced it has submitted a...
HeartBeam Press Release SANTA...
01/29/2025
EP Lab Digest

Podcasts

EP Edit Podcast
Podcasts
02/07/2025
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...
02/07/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
02/07/2025
In this discussion, 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.
In this discussion, 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.
In this discussion, EP Lab...
02/07/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/10/2025
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
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
Podcast discussion with Shailendra Upadhyay, MD, CEPS, FHRS, and Irfan Warsy, MD
Podcasts
09/30/2024
EP Lab Digest talks with Drs Irfan Warsy and Shay Upadhyay from Connecticut Children's Heart Center about updates in the management of children and adults with congenital heart disease (CHD), including evolution of their program and more.
EP Lab Digest talks with Drs Irfan Warsy and Shay Upadhyay from Connecticut Children's Heart Center about updates in the management of children and adults with congenital heart disease (CHD), including evolution of their program and more.
EP Lab Digest talks with Drs...
09/30/2024
EP Lab Digest
HRX interview with Dr. Silva and Dr. Mittal
Feature Interview
08/16/2024
EP Lab Digest speaks with Jennifer N Avari Silva, MD, FHRS, Executive Producer, and Suneet Mittal, MD, FHRS, about what to expect at the upcoming conference, taking place September 5-7, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Jennifer N Avari Silva, MD, FHRS, Executive Producer, and Suneet Mittal, MD, FHRS, about what to expect at the upcoming conference, taking place September 5-7, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia.
EP Lab Digest speaks with...
08/16/2024
EP Lab Digest
Jodie Hurwitz, Rod Passman
Podcasts
04/17/2024
In this episode, Rod Passman, MD, talks with Jodie Hurwitz, MD, about the selection of authors for Heart Rhythm Society clinical guidelines, how atrial fibrillation guidelines will change practice, pulsed field ablation, and more.
In this episode, Rod Passman, MD, talks with Jodie Hurwitz, MD, about the selection of authors for Heart Rhythm Society clinical guidelines, how atrial fibrillation guidelines will change practice, pulsed field ablation, and more.
In this episode, Rod Passman,...
04/17/2024
EP Lab Digest

Watch/Listen

Coverage from the Western AF Symposium

Ghassan Bidaoui, MD
Videos
01/31/2025
Ghassan Bidaoui, MD, from the Tulane Research Innovation Arrhythmia and Discovery Institute (TRIAD) in New Orleans, Louisiana, discusses his upcoming presentation and what he is looking forward to at the Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium. 
Ghassan Bidaoui, MD, from the Tulane Research Innovation Arrhythmia and Discovery Institute (TRIAD) in New Orleans, Louisiana, discusses his upcoming presentation and what he is looking forward to at the Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium. 
Ghassan Bidaoui, MD, from the...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
David Krummen, MD
Videos
01/31/2025
David Krummen, MD, Professor of Clinical Medicine at University of California San Diego, discusses his upcoming presentation at Western AF, including current challenges and future directions for advancing or improving the integration of...
David Krummen, MD, Professor of Clinical Medicine at University of California San Diego, discusses his upcoming presentation at Western AF, including current challenges and future directions for advancing or improving the integration of...
David Krummen, MD, Professor of...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
Patricia Blake, FASAE, CAE,
Videos
01/31/2025
Patricia Blake, FASAE, CAE, discusses her upcoming presentation at Western AF, including opportunities for the Heart Rhythm Society to support innovation in the EP field and how to foster collaboration in the EP community.
Patricia Blake, FASAE, CAE, discusses her upcoming presentation at Western AF, including opportunities for the Heart Rhythm Society to support innovation in the EP field and how to foster collaboration in the EP community.
Patricia Blake, FASAE, CAE,...
01/31/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/10/2025
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
Dr Tina Bayakner
Western AF 2024 Session
12/01/2024
Featured is the presentation entitled "Multimodality AI: Examples of Implementation in Atrial Fibrillation" by Tina Baykaner, MD, MPH, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium. 
Featured is the presentation entitled "Multimodality AI: Examples of Implementation in Atrial Fibrillation" by Tina Baykaner, MD, MPH, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium. 
Featured is the presentation...
12/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
11/16/2024
Data also demonstrates that the stroke risk reduction device is as effective as oral anticoagulants for patients with atrial fibrillation following a cardiac ablation
Data also demonstrates that the stroke risk reduction device is as effective as oral anticoagulants for patients with atrial fibrillation following a cardiac ablation
Data also demonstrates that the...
11/16/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
11/14/2024
Advancing its Going for Zero mission, OMRON innovation makes AFib screening an integral part of the brand's routine home blood pressure monitoring experience
Advancing its Going for Zero mission, OMRON innovation makes AFib screening an integral part of the brand's routine home blood pressure monitoring experience
Advancing its Going for Zero...
11/14/2024
EP Lab Digest
Dr Andrea Russo
Western AF 2024 Session
10/31/2024
Featured is the presentation entitled "Semaglutide in Atrial Fibrillation" by Andrea M Russo, MD, FACC, FHRS, FAHA, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium.
Featured is the presentation entitled "Semaglutide in Atrial Fibrillation" by Andrea M Russo, MD, FACC, FHRS, FAHA, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium.
Featured is the presentation...
10/31/2024
EP Lab Digest
Stavros Stavrakis, MD, PhD
Western AF 2024 Session
10/03/2024
Featured is the presentation entitled "Potential Role of Device-Based Electrical Therapies in AF With HF" by Stavros Stavrakis, MD, PhD, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium.
Featured is the presentation entitled "Potential Role of Device-Based Electrical Therapies in AF With HF" by Stavros Stavrakis, MD, PhD, at the 2024 Western AF Symposium.
Featured is the presentation...
10/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/30/2024
Medtronic Press Release  GALWAY, Ireland and SYDNEY – September 27, 2024 - Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced the presentation of clinical study results demonstrating a high rate of...
Medtronic Press Release  GALWAY, Ireland and SYDNEY – September 27, 2024 - Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced the presentation of clinical study results demonstrating a high rate of...
Medtronic Press...
09/30/2024
EP Lab Digest

Letters From the Editor

Letter from the Editor
02/01/2025
Electrical stimulation of the vertebral veins using a multielectrode EP catheter may be a promising new technique to provoke PVCs in the EP lab to facilitate mapping and successful catheter ablation.
Electrical stimulation of the vertebral veins using a multielectrode EP catheter may be a promising new technique to provoke PVCs in the EP lab to facilitate mapping and successful catheter ablation.
Electrical stimulation of the...
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
01/10/2025
Introduction of this new energy source and the associated electrode catheters designed to deliver PFA has come with the recognition of novel procedural risks and complications that were not considered in the past when using RF or cryo.
Introduction of this new energy source and the associated electrode catheters designed to deliver PFA has come with the recognition of novel procedural risks and complications that were not considered in the past when using RF or cryo.
Introduction of this new energy...
01/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
12/01/2024
What were the most significant guideline updates and clinical trials in clinical cardiac electrophysiology in 2024? Here is a list of 8 high-impact guidelines and studies published in 2024.
What were the most significant guideline updates and clinical trials in clinical cardiac electrophysiology in 2024? Here is a list of 8 high-impact guidelines and studies published in 2024.
What were the most significant...
12/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
11/01/2024
A study using ultra-high-density mapping of post-ablation atrial arrhythmias teaches us that over one-third of patients who present with an atrial tachycardia that demonstrates an isoelectric period actually have a macroreentrant mechanism.
A study using ultra-high-density mapping of post-ablation atrial arrhythmias teaches us that over one-third of patients who present with an atrial tachycardia that demonstrates an isoelectric period actually have a macroreentrant mechanism.
A study using ultra-high-density...
11/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
09/04/2024
In September 2024, the first sham-controlled AF ablation trial was published simultaneous with presentation of the study findings at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2024.
In September 2024, the first sham-controlled AF ablation trial was published simultaneous with presentation of the study findings at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2024.
In September 2024, the first...
09/04/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
09/01/2024
Historically, more resources, attention, and personnel are dedicated to the cardiac operating rooms, cardiac intensive care units, and catheterization laboratories than to the EP laboratories. There are many reasons why.
Historically, more resources, attention, and personnel are dedicated to the cardiac operating rooms, cardiac intensive care units, and catheterization laboratories than to the EP laboratories. There are many reasons why.
Historically, more resources,...
09/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
08/16/2024
It is unrealistic to expect zero complications from an invasive procedure. It is also important to learn that trying to lower the rate of serious adverse events from 2% to 1% in the EP lab can require much more than twice the effort.
It is unrealistic to expect zero complications from an invasive procedure. It is also important to learn that trying to lower the rate of serious adverse events from 2% to 1% in the EP lab can require much more than twice the effort.
It is unrealistic to expect zero...
08/16/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
07/02/2024
Gene therapy targeting the underlying desmosomal mutation and approaches to prevent myocardial fibrosis independent of the specific genetic defect by increasing cardiac levels of FGF21 may be on the horizon for patients with ARVC.
Gene therapy targeting the underlying desmosomal mutation and approaches to prevent myocardial fibrosis independent of the specific genetic defect by increasing cardiac levels of FGF21 may be on the horizon for patients with ARVC.
Gene therapy targeting the...
07/02/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
05/29/2024
It is surprising that in the latest atrial fibrillation guideline, not a single antiarrhythmic drug is considered to have a class I indication.
It is surprising that in the latest atrial fibrillation guideline, not a single antiarrhythmic drug is considered to have a class I indication.
It is surprising that in the...
05/29/2024
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
05/17/2024
The indications for catheter ablation of idiopathic PVCs should remain limited to patients with significant symptoms or baseline left ventricular dysfunction.
The indications for catheter ablation of idiopathic PVCs should remain limited to patients with significant symptoms or baseline left ventricular dysfunction.
The indications for catheter...
05/17/2024
EP Lab Digest

Featured EP Programs

Spotlight Interview
02/01/2025
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest showcases the EP program at MUSC Health, Heart and Vascular, in Charleston, South Carolina.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest showcases the EP program at MUSC Health, Heart and Vascular, in Charleston, South Carolina.
In this month’s Spotlight...
02/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
01/01/2025
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas in Dallas, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab...
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
12/01/2024
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Harlingen Medical Center, a 112-bed community hospital in Harlingen, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab Digest showcases the cardiac electrophysiology program at Harlingen Medical Center, a 112-bed community hospital in Harlingen, Texas.
In this month’s issue, EP Lab...
12/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
11/01/2024
This month, we highlight this electrophysiology (EP) program in Minneapolis. Their main EP facility consists of 4 EP procedure rooms, as well as 2 additional EP procedure rooms used at an offsite stand-alone surgical center.
This month, we highlight this electrophysiology (EP) program in Minneapolis. Their main EP facility consists of 4 EP procedure rooms, as well as 2 additional EP procedure rooms used at an offsite stand-alone surgical center.
This month, we highlight this...
11/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
09/04/2024
In this month’s issue, we highlight the EP program at Banner Cardiovascular Center – West Valley (BCC-WV), an outpatient cardiac catheterization and EP laboratory that opened in June 2021.
In this month’s issue, we highlight the EP program at Banner Cardiovascular Center – West Valley (BCC-WV), an outpatient cardiac catheterization and EP laboratory that opened in June 2021.
In this month’s issue, we...
09/04/2024
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
03/25/2024
In this issue, we highlight this cardiac electrophysiology program in Mountain View, California.
In this issue, we highlight this cardiac electrophysiology program in Mountain View, California.
In this issue, we highlight this...
03/25/2024
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
03/07/2024
This month, we share an update from this EP program in Huntsville, Alabama.
This month, we share an update from this EP program in Huntsville, Alabama.
This month, we share an update...
03/07/2024
EP Lab Digest
EP Spotlight
11/30/2023
This month, EP Lab Digest features an update on the EP program at Concord Hospital in central New Hampshire, which has 1 dedicated EP lab and 1 crossover lab.
This month, EP Lab Digest features an update on the EP program at Concord Hospital in central New Hampshire, which has 1 dedicated EP lab and 1 crossover lab.
This month, EP Lab Digest...
11/30/2023
EP Lab Digest
EP Lab Spotlight
10/31/2023
In this issue, EP Lab Digest highlights the program at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, which has 3 dedicated EP labs.
In this issue, EP Lab Digest highlights the program at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, which has 3 dedicated EP labs.
In this issue, EP Lab Digest...
10/31/2023
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
09/26/2023
In this issue, EP Lab Digest highlights the program at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, which has 4 procedure rooms and 4 holding bays.
In this issue, EP Lab Digest highlights the program at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, which has 4 procedure rooms and 4 holding bays.
In this issue, EP Lab Digest...
09/26/2023
EP Lab Digest

Case Studies

Case Study
01/01/2025
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS, and John Ricketts, MD, FACC, present a case of transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in a patient who had incomplete surgical closure of the LAA.
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS, and John Ricketts, MD, FACC, present a case of transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in a patient who had incomplete surgical closure of the LAA.
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC,...
01/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
12/01/2024
Dr Sudarone Thihalolipavan and colleagues share a case highlighting a complex left-sided catheter ablation performed in their ambulatory surgery center.
Dr Sudarone Thihalolipavan and colleagues share a case highlighting a complex left-sided catheter ablation performed in their ambulatory surgery center.
Dr Sudarone Thihalolipavan and...
12/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
11/01/2024
Dr Hany Demo outlines his initial experience with zero-fluoroscopy pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation, focusing on patient selection, procedural workflow, and practical tips for incorporating this technique into clinical practice.
Dr Hany Demo outlines his initial experience with zero-fluoroscopy pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation, focusing on patient selection, procedural workflow, and practical tips for incorporating this technique into clinical practice.
Dr Hany Demo outlines his...
11/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
11/01/2024
Dr Chinmaya Mareddy and colleagues share their experience with extravascular implantable cardioverter-defibrillator implantation cases from their center.
Dr Chinmaya Mareddy and colleagues share their experience with extravascular implantable cardioverter-defibrillator implantation cases from their center.
Dr Chinmaya Mareddy and...
11/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
11/01/2024
Dr Samira Teeri and colleagues share a case highlighting the management of transvenous lead-related complications in a patient with a dual-chamber pacemaker through the use of leadless pacemaker technology.
Dr Samira Teeri and colleagues share a case highlighting the management of transvenous lead-related complications in a patient with a dual-chamber pacemaker through the use of leadless pacemaker technology.
Dr Samira Teeri and colleagues...
11/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
10/03/2024
Drs Modi and Saad share their workflow for a safe and efficient zero-fluoroscopy PFA for pulmonary vein and posterior wall isolation using near-field intracardiac echocardiography (in the left atrium) and electroanatomic mapping.
Drs Modi and Saad share their workflow for a safe and efficient zero-fluoroscopy PFA for pulmonary vein and posterior wall isolation using near-field intracardiac echocardiography (in the left atrium) and electroanatomic mapping.
Drs Modi and Saad share their...
10/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
10/03/2024
Dr Weisman discusses his approach for a 4-dimensional intracardiac echocardiography-guided approach to left atrial appendage occlusion procedures.
Dr Weisman discusses his approach for a 4-dimensional intracardiac echocardiography-guided approach to left atrial appendage occlusion procedures.
Dr Weisman discusses his...
10/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
10/03/2024
Drs Gul and Sertdemir present a case of a patient with ischemic cardiomyopathy who underwent left bundle branch area pacing-optimized cardiac resynchronization therapy upgrade due to complete heart block and high burden of ventricular pacing.
Drs Gul and Sertdemir present a case of a patient with ischemic cardiomyopathy who underwent left bundle branch area pacing-optimized cardiac resynchronization therapy upgrade due to complete heart block and high burden of ventricular pacing.
Drs Gul and Sertdemir present a...
10/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
07/31/2024
Sunthosh V Parvathaneni, MD, FACC, FHRS, and Dante A Dali, DO, FACS, present a case illustrating a successful hybrid Convergent approach.
Sunthosh V Parvathaneni, MD, FACC, FHRS, and Dante A Dali, DO, FACS, present a case illustrating a successful hybrid Convergent approach.
Sunthosh V Parvathaneni, MD,...
07/31/2024
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
07/02/2024
This case demonstrates a simplified approach to successfully mapping and treating LV summit arrhythmias. Continued research and advanced technology in electroanatomical mapping and ICE are essential to refine ablation techniques.
This case demonstrates a simplified approach to successfully mapping and treating LV summit arrhythmias. Continued research and advanced technology in electroanatomical mapping and ICE are essential to refine ablation techniques.
This case demonstrates a...
07/02/2024
EP Lab Digest

Webinars

Boston Scientific Brady Implant
Summary This course is designed for Electrophysiologists, Electrophysiology Fellows, Interventional Cardiologists, and Cardiothoracic Surgeons who are interested in developing skills related to pacemaker implantation and management. Objectives -Understand Class I indications for a pace...

Coverage from the Heart Rhythm conference

News
10/18/2024
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the formation of Heart Rhythm Advocates, a new, shared vision, cause-related nonprofit 501(c)(4) advocacy organization to complement the primary 501(c)(3) nonprofit...
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) Board of Trustees unanimously approved the formation of Heart Rhythm Advocates, a new, shared vision, cause-related nonprofit 501(c)(4) advocacy organization to complement the primary 501(c)(3) nonprofit...
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS)...
10/18/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/27/2024
Heart Rhythm Society Press Release  WASHINGTON, DC (September 27, 2024) – The Health Policy and Regulatory Affairs Committee of the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) recently published a statement online in the Heart Rhythm Journal...
Heart Rhythm Society Press Release  WASHINGTON, DC (September 27, 2024) – The Health Policy and Regulatory Affairs Committee of the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) recently published a statement online in the Heart Rhythm Journal...
Heart Rhythm Society Press...
09/27/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/09/2024
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) are global leaders in science, education and transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for all.
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) are global leaders in science, education and transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for all.
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS)...
09/09/2024
EP Lab Digest
Lauren Sell EPLD
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/18/2024

Edited by Jodie Elrod

Edited by Jodie Elrod
In this video, Lauren Sell, MSN, APRN, CPNP, discusses her presentation from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Lauren Sell, MSN, APRN, CPNP, discusses her presentation from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Lauren Sell, MSN,...
06/18/2024
EP Lab Digest
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/18/2024
Megan LaBreck, PharmD, BCPS, CACP, and Kristen Campbell, PharmD, BCPS, CPP, discuss the role of the pharmacist in electrophysiology, current challenges in antiarrhythmic drug therapy, and pharmacist-led educational intervention.
Megan LaBreck, PharmD, BCPS, CACP, and Kristen Campbell, PharmD, BCPS, CPP, discuss the role of the pharmacist in electrophysiology, current challenges in antiarrhythmic drug therapy, and pharmacist-led educational intervention.
Megan LaBreck, PharmD, BCPS,...
06/18/2024
EP Lab Digest
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/12/2024
Miguel Leal, MD, and Robert Schaller, DO, discuss current and evolving indications of lead extraction, as well as how to establish a relationship with the CT surgical team, prepare for complications, and mitigate risk during high-risk cases.
Miguel Leal, MD, and Robert Schaller, DO, discuss current and evolving indications of lead extraction, as well as how to establish a relationship with the CT surgical team, prepare for complications, and mitigate risk during high-risk cases.
Miguel Leal, MD, and Robert...
06/12/2024
EP Lab Digest
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/11/2024

Interview by Jodie Elrod

Interview by Jodie Elrod
In this discussion, Mark Link, MD, and Rachel Lampert, MD, discuss the newly released 2024 HRS expert consensus statement on arrhythmias in the athlete.
In this discussion, Mark Link, MD, and Rachel Lampert, MD, discuss the newly released 2024 HRS expert consensus statement on arrhythmias in the athlete.
In this discussion, Mark Link,...
06/11/2024
EP Lab Digest
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/03/2024

Interview by Jodie Elrod

Interview by Jodie Elrod
In this video discussion from Heart Rhythm 2024 with Bradley Knight, MD, and Jonathan Piccini, MD, MHS, key points from the 2023 ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Atrial Fibrillation are discussed.
In this video discussion from Heart Rhythm 2024 with Bradley Knight, MD, and Jonathan Piccini, MD, MHS, key points from the 2023 ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Atrial Fibrillation are discussed.
In this video discussion from...
06/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
Dr Nauffal EPLD
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/03/2024

Edited by Jodie Elrod

Edited by Jodie Elrod
In this video, Victor Nauffal, MD, discusses his abstract from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Victor Nauffal, MD, discusses his abstract from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Victor Nauffal,...
06/03/2024
EP Lab Digest
Brad Knight video EPLD
HRS 2024 Conference Coverage
06/03/2024

Edited by Jodie Elrod

Edited by Jodie Elrod
In this video, Bradley Knight, MD, Editor-in-Chief of EP Lab Digest, discusses highlights from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Bradley Knight, MD, Editor-in-Chief of EP Lab Digest, discusses highlights from Heart Rhythm 2024.
In this video, Bradley Knight,...
06/03/2024
EP Lab Digest