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Ahead of Print: Feature Interview
Advancing ICE-Guided LAAC: Improving Procedural Efficiency and the Patient Experience
10/28/2026
Adnan Kassier, MD; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest speaks with Adnan Alexander Kassier, MD, FACC, FSCAI, about the ICE-guided LAAC program at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow and the use of 3D imaging to support precise device placement and peri-device leak assessment.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Adnan Alexander Kassier, MD, FACC, FSCAI, about the ICE-guided LAAC program at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow and the use of 3D imaging to support precise device placement and peri-device leak assessment.
EP Lab Digest speaks with Adnan...
10/28/2026
EP Lab Digest
Ahead of Print: Feature Interview
From Patient Selection to 3D ICE: Best Practices From a High-Volume LAAO Program
10/28/2026
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS; Jodie Elrod
In this interview, Alok Gambhir, MD, discusses the structured approach that helped Northside Hospital Heart Institute’s high-volume left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) program surpass 2000 implants. He also shares how standardized...
In this interview, Alok Gambhir, MD, discusses the structured approach that helped Northside Hospital Heart Institute’s high-volume left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) program surpass 2000 implants. He also shares how standardized...
In this interview, Alok Gambhir,...
10/28/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Story
The Next Era of Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion: One Size Does Not Fit All
10/01/2026
Dipak P. Shah, MD; Paul C. Weber, DO
This case illustrates a fundamental limitation of relying on a single maximal width threshold for peri-device leak characterization.
This case illustrates a fundamental limitation of relying on a single maximal width threshold for peri-device leak characterization.
This case illustrates a...
10/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
A Decade of LAAO: Experience, Innovation, and the Future of Stroke Prevention
09/09/2026
Stan Weiner, MD; Jodie Elrod
Dr Weiner shares how his team's experience, multidisciplinary approach, and participation in clinical research have shaped a high-volume LAAO program and continued to inform the future of stroke prevention in patients with AF.
Dr Weiner shares how his team's experience, multidisciplinary approach, and participation in clinical research have shaped a high-volume LAAO program and continued to inform the future of stroke prevention in patients with AF.
Dr Weiner shares how his team's...
09/09/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
Baptist Health Lexington
08/01/2026
Gery Tomassoni, MD; Rachelle Whitaker, RT(R)
In this Spotlight interview, the team at Baptist Health Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky, discusses how a collaborative culture and seamless teamwork support safe, efficient care in a high-volume EP program.
In this Spotlight interview, the team at Baptist Health Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky, discusses how a collaborative culture and seamless teamwork support safe, efficient care in a high-volume EP program.
In this Spotlight interview, the...
08/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
Building a Next-Generation EP Lab: Lessons From HCA Florida Blake Hospital’s Expansion
07/01/2026
Jodie Elrod; Kimberly Chase, RCIS, BSBA, MHA
Kimberly Chase, RCIS, BSBA, MHA, discusses HCA Florida Blake Hospital’s approach to designing and expanding its next-generation electrophysiology lab, highlighting strategies for enhancing clinical efficiency and the patient experience.
Kimberly Chase, RCIS, BSBA, MHA, discusses HCA Florida Blake Hospital’s approach to designing and expanding its next-generation electrophysiology lab, highlighting strategies for enhancing clinical efficiency and the patient experience.
Kimberly Chase, RCIS, BSBA, MHA,...
07/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Prevention and Treatment of Device-Related Thrombus: Interview With Madhu Reddy, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS
Videos
Prevention and Treatment of Device-Related Thrombus: Interview With Madhu Reddy, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS
06/18/2026
Madhu Reddy, MD, FACC, FHRS
EP Lab Digest talks with Madhu Reddy, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS, about his presentation entitled "Prevention and Treatment of DRT" at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Madhu Reddy, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS, about his presentation entitled "Prevention and Treatment of DRT" at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Madhu...
06/18/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
Inside the First Same-Day Pulmonary Vein Isolation and Left Atrial Appendage Closure at BayCare Winter Haven
05/13/2026
Ramez Morcos, MD; Jodie Elrod
In this interview, EP Lab Digest talks with Dr. Morcos about the successful completion of the first same-day pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) and left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) at BayCare Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, Florida.
In this interview, EP Lab Digest talks with Dr. Morcos about the successful completion of the first same-day pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) and left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) at BayCare Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, Florida.
In this interview, EP Lab Digest...
05/13/2026
EP Lab Digest
EP Tips & Techniques
Team-Based Innovation in the EP Lab: Single-Operator Transesophageal Echocardiography During Combined Pulsed Field Ablation and Left Atrial Appendage Closure Procedures
05/01/2026
Carolyne Myers, RT(R)
Learn about how Franciscan Health Michigan City is advancing AF treatment, having completed more than 45 combined PFA and Watchman (Boston Scientific) LAAC procedures using a single-operator TEE workflow without ICE.
Learn about how Franciscan Health Michigan City is advancing AF treatment, having completed more than 45 combined PFA and Watchman (Boston Scientific) LAAC procedures using a single-operator TEE workflow without ICE.
Learn about how Franciscan...
05/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ 2026 Guidelines for Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation: A Phase-Based, Multimodal Approach
04/16/2026
Stefano Schena, MD, PhD; Subhasis Chatterjee, MD; Jodie Elrod
Subhasis Chatterjee, MD, and Stefano Schena, MD, PhD, discuss the STS’ 2026 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of New-Onset Postoperative AF After Cardiac Surgery.
Subhasis Chatterjee, MD, and Stefano Schena, MD, PhD, discuss the STS’ 2026 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of New-Onset Postoperative AF After Cardiac Surgery.
Subhasis Chatterjee, MD, and...
04/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Feature Interview
A New Investigational Concept in Left Atrial Appendage Closure for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation: Interview With Atman P Shah, MD, FSCAI, FPICS
03/16/2026
Atman P. Shah, MD, FACC, FSCAI; Jodie Elrod
Atman P Shah, MD, FSCAI, FPICS, discusses current challenges in left atrial appendage closure (LAA) and shares insights into the early development of an investigational device designed to provide a more personalized approach to LAA closure.
Atman P Shah, MD, FSCAI, FPICS, discusses current challenges in left atrial appendage closure (LAA) and shares insights into the early development of an investigational device designed to provide a more personalized approach to LAA closure.
Atman P Shah, MD, FSCAI, FPICS,...
03/16/2026
EP Lab Digest

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Press Release
Philips Joins Optum Healthcare’s Network as a Preferred Provider in the USA
09/25/2025
Philips’ ambulatory and diagnostic solutions and services are now available to 3.4 million Optum policyholders for enhanced outpatient cardiac monitoring
Philips’ ambulatory and diagnostic solutions and services are now available to 3.4 million Optum policyholders for enhanced outpatient cardiac monitoring
Philips’ ambulatory and...
09/25/2025
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Philips Announces Collaboration With Epic to Enhance Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring
07/24/2025
Royal Philips announced a collaboration with Epic to integrate Philips’ suite of cardiac ambulatory monitoring and diagnostics services with Aura.
Royal Philips announced a collaboration with Epic to integrate Philips’ suite of cardiac ambulatory monitoring and diagnostics services with Aura.
Royal Philips announced a...
07/24/2025
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Philips Aims to Transform Diagnostic Cardiology With Introduction of New Cardiac Workstation in the U.S.
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
Press Release
EBR Systems’ WiSE® System Demonstrates Acute QRS Narrowing in 100 US Patients
10/27/2026
EBR Systems, Inc., developer of the world’s only left ventricular endocardial pacing (LVEP) system for heart failure, today announced real-world findings from 100 patients across 31 US centers showing a mean acute reduction in QRS duration of...
EBR Systems, Inc., developer of the world’s only left ventricular endocardial pacing (LVEP) system for heart failure, today announced real-world findings from 100 patients across 31 US centers showing a mean acute reduction in QRS duration of...
EBR Systems, Inc., developer of...
10/27/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Stereotaxis Announces First Robotic Magnetic Navigation System in Latvia
10/22/2026
Stereotaxis Press Release ST. LOUIS, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS), a pioneer and global leader in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, today announced that Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University...
Stereotaxis Press Release ST. LOUIS, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Stereotaxis (NYSE: STXS), a pioneer and global leader in surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention, today announced that Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University...
Stereotaxis Press Release ST....
10/22/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Medtronic Announces Positive Results From Real-World Registries for the Sphere-9™ Catheter and PulseSelect™ PFA System at APHRS 2026
10/22/2026
Medtronic Press Release  GALWAY, Ireland, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced positive real-world registry results for the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System with the...
Medtronic Press Release  GALWAY, Ireland, Oct. 22, 2026 -- Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced positive real-world registry results for the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System with the...
Medtronic Press...
10/22/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Johnson & Johnson Reports First Real-World VARIPULSE Pro Platform Data and 12-Month OMNYPULSE Platform Outcomes for Atrial Fibrillation Treatment at APHRS 2026
10/22/2026
Johnson & Johnson Press Release IRVINE, Calif. -- Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced new data from the late-breaking VARIPURE and Omny-IRE studies presented at the Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS) 2026 Annual...
Johnson & Johnson Press Release IRVINE, Calif. -- Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced new data from the late-breaking VARIPURE and Omny-IRE studies presented at the Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS) 2026 Annual...
Johnson & Johnson Press...
10/22/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Kardium Announces First Patient Enrollment in the Globe Registry, Expanding Real-World Evidence for the Globe® Pulsed Field System Following Strong Early Commercial Experience
10/21/2026
Kardium Press Release VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Kardium today announced the first site activation and first patient enrollment in the Globe Registry: Globe® Pulsed Field System Registry for Treating Patients with Symptomatic Atrial...
Kardium Press Release VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Kardium today announced the first site activation and first patient enrollment in the Globe Registry: Globe® Pulsed Field System Registry for Treating Patients with Symptomatic Atrial...
Kardium Press...
10/21/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Vektor Medical Completes Enrollment in IMPRoVED-AF Clinical Study and Announces Appointment of Brandon Allen as Senior Vice President of Sales
10/21/2026
Vektor Medical Press Release SAN DIEGO -- Vektor Medical, a medical technology company advancing the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias through its non-invasive, AI-based arrhythmia analysis technology, vMap®, today announced the completion...
Vektor Medical Press Release SAN DIEGO -- Vektor Medical, a medical technology company advancing the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias through its non-invasive, AI-based arrhythmia analysis technology, vMap®, today announced the completion...
Vektor Medical Press...
10/21/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
EBR Systems Appoints Robert Canby, MD, as Chief Medical Officer
10/20/2026
EBR Systems Press Release SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EBR Systems, Inc., developer of the world’s only left ventricular endocardial pacing (LVEP) system for heart failure, announces the appointment of Robert C. Canby, MD, as Chief...
EBR Systems Press Release SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EBR Systems, Inc., developer of the world’s only left ventricular endocardial pacing (LVEP) system for heart failure, announces the appointment of Robert C. Canby, MD, as Chief...
EBR Systems Press...
10/20/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Medtronic Receives CE Mark for Next-Generation Portfolio of Pacemakers Engineered for Conduction System Pacing
10/19/2026
GALWAY, Ireland – October 19 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced that its Vitalis™ portfolio of cardiac devices – ReSyncra CSP™, Restoria CSP™, Refina CSP™, Effectra™, and Confirma™...
GALWAY, Ireland – October 19 – Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced that its Vitalis™ portfolio of cardiac devices – ReSyncra CSP™, Restoria CSP™, Refina CSP™, Effectra™, and Confirma™...
GALWAY, Ireland – October 19 –...
10/19/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Exercise Should Be Prescribed as a Core Component of Cardiovascular Care
10/15/2026
ACC Press Release WASHINGTON (Oct 15, 2026) - Exercise should be prescribed as a foundational component of cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and treatment, according to a new American College of Cardiology Scientific Statement...
ACC Press Release WASHINGTON (Oct 15, 2026) - Exercise should be prescribed as a foundational component of cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and treatment, according to a new American College of Cardiology Scientific Statement...
ACC Press Release WASHINGTON...
10/15/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
Targeted Lead Placement is No Better Than Standard Placement in Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
10/13/2026
Targeted placement of the left ventricular lead did not improve outcomes in patients with heart failure undergoing cardiac resynchronization therapy, according to results presented at ESC Congress 2026.
Targeted placement of the left ventricular lead did not improve outcomes in patients with heart failure undergoing cardiac resynchronization therapy, according to results presented at ESC Congress 2026.
Targeted placement of the left...
10/13/2026
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