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Case Study
04/16/2026
Peter Farjo, MD, MS; Ashraf Alzahrani, MBBCh; Paari Dominic, MBBS, MPH; Steven Bailin, MD
This report describes the implantation of a leadless atrial pacemaker in the region of Bachmann’s Bundle, emphasizing procedural considerations, electrocardiographic findings, and short-term outcomes.
This report describes the implantation of a leadless atrial pacemaker in the region of Bachmann’s Bundle, emphasizing procedural considerations, electrocardiographic findings, and short-term outcomes.
This report describes the...
04/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Interview With Olga Reynbakh, MD, MS
Feature Interview
04/02/2026
Olga Reynbakh, MD, MS; Jodie Elrod
In this preview of the Women in EP Luncheon at Heart Rhythm 2026, Dr Reynbakh shares insights on what makes this a meaningful and practical experience for attendees at every career stage.
In this preview of the Women in EP Luncheon at Heart Rhythm 2026, Dr Reynbakh shares insights on what makes this a meaningful and practical experience for attendees at every career stage.
In this preview of the Women in...
04/02/2026
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Sponsored Content
04/01/2026
Sri Sundaram, MD, FHRS
Sri Sundaram, MD, shares insights from a high-volume program performing more than 3000 EP procedures and approximately 1000 ablations annually, nearly all without fluoroscopy.
Sri Sundaram, MD, shares insights from a high-volume program performing more than 3000 EP procedures and approximately 1000 ablations annually, nearly all without fluoroscopy.
Sri Sundaram, MD, shares...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Sponsored Content
04/01/2026
Andrew Beaser, MD; Gaurav A. Upadhyay, MD, FACC, FHRS; Lauren Bowles, MSN, FNP-BC
This article explores the pre- and post-implementation experiences utilizing the Rhythm360 (RhythmScience) CIED and HF Patient Management solution.
This article explores the pre- and post-implementation experiences utilizing the Rhythm360 (RhythmScience) CIED and HF Patient Management solution.
This article explores the pre-...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists: Interview With Rod Passman, MD, MSCE
Videos
03/31/2026
Rod S. Passman, MD, MSCE, FACC, FHRS; Jodie Elrod
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD, MSCE, about the Session 7 roundtable entitled "Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists."
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD, MSCE, about the Session 7 roundtable entitled "Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists."
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD,...
03/31/2026
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
Feature Story
03/16/2026
Daniel Alyesh, MD; Sri Sundaram, MD, FHRS; Nicholas Palmeri, MD
South Denver Cardiology exemplifies a “priva-demics” model, blending high-volume community care with leading clinical research and innovation in electrophysiology.
South Denver Cardiology exemplifies a “priva-demics” model, blending high-volume community care with leading clinical research and innovation in electrophysiology.
South Denver Cardiology...
03/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
EPLD abstract winners at western AF 2026
Conference Coverage
03/10/2026
Jodie Elrod
At the 2026 Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, emerging clinical fellows in electrophysiology took center stage during the EP Fellows in Training Scientific Research Competition.
At the 2026 Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, emerging clinical fellows in electrophysiology took center stage during the EP Fellows in Training Scientific Research Competition.
At the 2026 Western Atrial...
03/10/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
03/01/2026
Marilyn Benitez, RT(R)
Launched in 2024 in Tulare, California, Adventist Health Tulare Medical Center’s EP program has expanded local access to advanced cardiac care, offering device implants and cutting-edge ablation technologies.
Launched in 2024 in Tulare, California, Adventist Health Tulare Medical Center’s EP program has expanded local access to advanced cardiac care, offering device implants and cutting-edge ablation technologies.
Launched in 2024 in Tulare,...
03/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
02/19/2026
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS; John Ricketts, MD, FACC
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,...
02/19/2026
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

News

Press Release
04/25/2026
HRS late-breaking data: Interim results highlight six-month outcomes for patients treated with the Sphere-9 catheter for sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (VT)
HRS late-breaking data: Interim results highlight six-month outcomes for patients treated with the Sphere-9 catheter for sustained monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (VT)
HRS late-breaking data: Interim...
04/25/2026
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Press Release
04/24/2026
Johnson & Johnson Press Release NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – April 24, 2026 – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Atraverse Medical, Inc., a privately-held medical device company...
Johnson & Johnson Press Release NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – April 24, 2026 – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Atraverse Medical, Inc., a privately-held medical device company...
Johnson & Johnson Press...
04/24/2026
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Press Release
04/24/2026
HRS Press Release CHICAGO, IL, APRIL 24, 2026 – The Heart Rhythm Society announced the first analysis of its Centers of Excellence Optimal Management Pathways for Atrial Fibrillation Specialty Services Early...
HRS Press Release CHICAGO, IL, APRIL 24, 2026 – The Heart Rhythm Society announced the first analysis of its Centers of Excellence Optimal Management Pathways for Atrial Fibrillation Specialty Services Early...
HRS Press...
04/24/2026
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Press Release
04/24/2026
Haemonetics Press Release BOSTON, April 24, 2026 -- Haemonetics Corporation (NYSE: HAE), a global medical technology company focused on delivering innovative solutions designed to improve patient outcomes, today announced...
Haemonetics Press Release BOSTON, April 24, 2026 -- Haemonetics Corporation (NYSE: HAE), a global medical technology company focused on delivering innovative solutions designed to improve patient outcomes, today announced...
Haemonetics Press...
04/24/2026
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Press Release
04/23/2026
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, announced the launch of the next-generation Bridge Plus Occlusion Balloon, designed to help electrophysiology teams rapidly...
Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, announced the launch of the next-generation Bridge Plus Occlusion Balloon, designed to help electrophysiology teams rapidly...
Amsterdam, the Netherlands...
04/23/2026
EP Lab Digest
GLP-1 Medications
04/23/2026
Researchers conducted a single-center retrospective study of 13,034 patients who initiated GLP-1-RA therapy between January 2020 and May 2024.
Researchers conducted a single-center retrospective study of 13,034 patients who initiated GLP-1-RA therapy between January 2020 and May 2024.
Researchers conducted a...
04/23/2026
Cath Lab Digest
Press Release
04/23/2026
BIOTRONIK, a global leader in cardiovascular medical technology, today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of its Acticor Sky and Rivacor Sky implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization...
BIOTRONIK, a global leader in cardiovascular medical technology, today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of its Acticor Sky and Rivacor Sky implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization...
BIOTRONIK, a global leader in...
04/23/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
04/22/2026
RhythMedix Press Release MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., April 22, 2026 -- RhythMedix, LLC (RhythMedix), a nationwide U.S.-based cardiac monitoring company, today announced the launch of its next-generation RhythmStar® SL cardiac monitoring...
RhythMedix Press Release MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., April 22, 2026 -- RhythMedix, LLC (RhythMedix), a nationwide U.S.-based cardiac monitoring company, today announced the launch of its next-generation RhythmStar® SL cardiac monitoring...
RhythMedix Press...
04/22/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
04/21/2026
Johnson & Johnson Press Release IRVINE, Calif. -- Johnson & Johnson today announced it will showcase the latest advances across its electrophysiology portfolio at the 2026 Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) Annual Meeting, including new...
Johnson & Johnson Press Release IRVINE, Calif. -- Johnson & Johnson today announced it will showcase the latest advances across its electrophysiology portfolio at the 2026 Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) Annual Meeting, including new...
Johnson & Johnson Press...
04/21/2026
EP Lab Digest
Press Release
04/20/2026
 Innovative Health Press Release SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 20, 2026 -- Innovative Health, Inc. will participate in Heart Rhythm 2026, taking place April 23–26 in Chicago, where the company will focus on raising...
 Innovative Health Press Release SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 20, 2026 -- Innovative Health, Inc. will participate in Heart Rhythm 2026, taking place April 23–26 in Chicago, where the company will focus on raising...
 Innovative Health Press...
04/20/2026
EP Lab Digest

Podcasts

Podcasts
04/14/2026
Arash Aryana, MD, PhD; Jodie Elrod
In this episode of The EP Edit, we’re joined by Dr. Arash Aryana to discuss what it really takes to build an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)-based ablation program.
In this episode of The EP Edit, we’re joined by Dr. Arash Aryana to discuss what it really takes to build an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)-based ablation program.
In this episode of The EP Edit,...
04/14/2026
EP Lab Digest
EP Edit Podcast
Podcasts
04/01/2026
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...
04/01/2026
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
In this episode, we're highlighting the EP program at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular in Falls Church, Virginia.
Podcasts
11/19/2025
Jordan Hamilton, BSN, RN, RCES; Cameron R. Mulloy, RN, BSN, CCRN, RCES; Mike Corley, RN; Isabel Vega
In this episode, we're highlighting the EP program at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular in Falls Church, Virginia.
In this episode, we're highlighting the EP program at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular in Falls Church, Virginia.
In this episode, we're...
11/19/2025
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

Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium

Interview With Rebekah Eutsler, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Videos
04/16/2026
Rebekah Eutsler, MSN, APRN, FNP-C; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest talks with Rebekah Eutsler, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, about her moderated session (session 5) at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Rebekah Eutsler, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, about her moderated session (session 5) at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Rebekah...
04/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Videos
04/08/2026
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...
04/08/2026
EP Lab Digest
Videos
04/01/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS; Han Feng; Jodie Elrod
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Han Feng, PhD, about his presentation entitled "Will Algorithms See What Clinicians Cannot? AI Application for ECG and MRI" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Han Feng, PhD, about his presentation entitled "Will Algorithms See What Clinicians Cannot? AI Application for ECG and MRI" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
How Do I Choose My Pulsed Field Ablation Catheter When Ablating Atrial Fibrillation: Real-World Data
Videos
04/01/2026
Sandeep Goyal, MD
EP Lab Digest talks with Dr. Sandeep Goyal about his presentation entitled "How Do I Choose My PFA Catheter When Ablating AFib: Real-World Data" at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Dr. Sandeep Goyal about his presentation entitled "How Do I Choose My PFA Catheter When Ablating AFib: Real-World Data" at Western AFib 2026.
EP Lab Digest talks with Dr....
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Prevention and Treatment of Device-Related Thrombus: Interview With Madhu Reddy, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS
Videos
04/01/2026
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...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Western AFib 2026
04/01/2026
Arian Sultan, MD; Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS; Jodie Elrod
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Arian Sultan, MD, about the roundtable session entitled "Redo Ablation After Failed Pulsed Field Ablation—Go for Hybrid, Stick With Pulses, or Switch to Thermal?" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Arian Sultan, MD, about the roundtable session entitled "Redo Ablation After Failed Pulsed Field Ablation—Go for Hybrid, Stick With Pulses, or Switch to Thermal?" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Videos
04/01/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS; Philipp Sommer, MD; Jodie Elrod
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Philipp Sommer, MD, FHRS, FESC, FEHRA, about the session entitled "Ablation After Pulmonary Vein Isolation: Chase the Triggers or Modify the Atrium?" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with Philipp Sommer, MD, FHRS, FESC, FEHRA, about the session entitled "Ablation After Pulmonary Vein Isolation: Chase the Triggers or Modify the Atrium?" at Western AFib 2026.
Bradley Knight, MD, talks with...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists: Interview With Rod Passman, MD, MSCE
Videos
03/31/2026
Rod S. Passman, MD, MSCE, FACC, FHRS; Jodie Elrod
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD, MSCE, about the Session 7 roundtable entitled "Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists."
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD, MSCE, about the Session 7 roundtable entitled "Building Out the Next Generation of Electrophysiologists."
EPLD talks with Rod Passman, MD,...
03/31/2026
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
EPLD Kataoka WAFib 2026
Conference Coverage
03/17/2026
Shohei Kataoka, MD; Jodie Elrod
EPLD speaks with abstract winner Shohei Kataoka, MD, about the study, “Long PR Interval Leads to Worsening Atrial Function and Inducible Atrial Fibrillation in Swine,” presented at Western AFib 2026.
EPLD speaks with abstract winner Shohei Kataoka, MD, about the study, “Long PR Interval Leads to Worsening Atrial Function and Inducible Atrial Fibrillation in Swine,” presented at Western AFib 2026.
EPLD speaks with abstract winner...
03/17/2026
EP Lab Digest

Featured Quiz

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

Letters From the Editor

Letter from the Editor
04/01/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
To evaluate whether a mapping system is necessary for PFA, a group in Basel, Switzerland, studied the role of 3D electroanatomic mapping on procedural characteristics and outcomes in patients undergoing PFA for AF.
To evaluate whether a mapping system is necessary for PFA, a group in Basel, Switzerland, studied the role of 3D electroanatomic mapping on procedural characteristics and outcomes in patients undergoing PFA for AF.
To evaluate whether a mapping...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
03/01/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
A new study on cardioversion for atrial fibrillation highlights the need for more rapid referral access to electrical cardioversion in all health care systems.
A new study on cardioversion for atrial fibrillation highlights the need for more rapid referral access to electrical cardioversion in all health care systems.
A new study on cardioversion for...
03/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
02/01/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
Visual auras after AF ablation—migraine or warning sign? New trial data show up to 15% of patients experience visual auras after left-sided ablation, highlighting the need to reduce cerebral embolic risk and recognize “silent” emboli.
Visual auras after AF ablation—migraine or warning sign? New trial data show up to 15% of patients experience visual auras after left-sided ablation, highlighting the need to reduce cerebral embolic risk and recognize “silent” emboli.
Visual auras after AF...
02/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
01/16/2026
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
This editorial examines how current fair market value regulations and compensation models are creating challenges for cardiac electrophysiologists, highlighting the need for more accurate and equitable approaches to physician reimbursement.
This editorial examines how current fair market value regulations and compensation models are creating challenges for cardiac electrophysiologists, highlighting the need for more accurate and equitable approaches to physician reimbursement.
This editorial examines how...
01/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
12/02/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
The VINTAGE approach represents another innovative concept that has demonstrated potential in the EP lab. Although the term “vintage” commonly describes something from a past era, in the case of this new guidewire-based navigation and...
The VINTAGE approach represents another innovative concept that has demonstrated potential in the EP lab. Although the term “vintage” commonly describes something from a past era, in the case of this new guidewire-based navigation and...
The VINTAGE approach represents...
12/02/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
11/01/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
Although careful avoidance of excessive ablation is essential, novel PFA tools may offer a new option for patients with ventricular tachycardia refractory to conventional endocardial radiofrequency ablation.
Although careful avoidance of excessive ablation is essential, novel PFA tools may offer a new option for patients with ventricular tachycardia refractory to conventional endocardial radiofrequency ablation.
Although careful avoidance of...
11/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
10/06/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
The new AAD compendium regarding the use of pharmacological therapy for heart rhythm disorders by the EHRA group is a timely and practical document that will serve as a useful resource moving forward.
The new AAD compendium regarding the use of pharmacological therapy for heart rhythm disorders by the EHRA group is a timely and practical document that will serve as a useful resource moving forward.
The new AAD compendium regarding...
10/06/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
09/01/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
Evaluation for transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement provides an important opportunity to reassess the management of atrial fibrillation.
Evaluation for transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement provides an important opportunity to reassess the management of atrial fibrillation.
Evaluation for transcatheter...
09/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
08/01/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
Pulsed field ablation (PFA) has quickly become the preferred energy source for catheter ablation in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing pulmonary vein isolation.
Pulsed field ablation (PFA) has quickly become the preferred energy source for catheter ablation in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing pulmonary vein isolation.
Pulsed field ablation (PFA) has...
08/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Letter from the Editor
07/02/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
What role do surgical dressings play in preventing surgical site infections (SSIs)? At the 2025 Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Sessions, a satellite symposium highlighted the potential of silver-impregnated dressings to reduce SSI risk and...
What role do surgical dressings play in preventing surgical site infections (SSIs)? At the 2025 Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Sessions, a satellite symposium highlighted the potential of silver-impregnated dressings to reduce SSI risk and...
What role do surgical dressings...
07/02/2025
EP Lab Digest

Featured EP Programs

Spotlight Interview
04/01/2026
Dominique Petrucci, MSN, RN, RCES; Alexis Klemka, MSN, RN, CV-BC, RCES, NPD-C
Featured in this issue is the EP program at Hartford Healthcare in Hartford, Connecticut.
Featured in this issue is the EP program at Hartford Healthcare in Hartford, Connecticut.
Featured in this issue is the EP...
04/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
03/01/2026
Marilyn Benitez, RT(R)
Launched in 2024 in Tulare, California, Adventist Health Tulare Medical Center’s EP program has expanded local access to advanced cardiac care, offering device implants and cutting-edge ablation technologies.
Launched in 2024 in Tulare, California, Adventist Health Tulare Medical Center’s EP program has expanded local access to advanced cardiac care, offering device implants and cutting-edge ablation technologies.
Launched in 2024 in Tulare,...
03/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
02/19/2026
Katie Smith, RCIS; Lindsay Salas, BSN, RN
This article offers an inside look at the teamwork, innovation, and clinical excellence driving UCHealth Memorial Hospital’s thriving EP program and its leadership in modern heart rhythm care.
This article offers an inside look at the teamwork, innovation, and clinical excellence driving UCHealth Memorial Hospital’s thriving EP program and its leadership in modern heart rhythm care.
This article offers an inside...
02/19/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
02/01/2026
Michael J. Cutler, DO, PhD
This article offers an inside look at Intermountain Health’s EP program, showcasing a legacy of innovation, collaborative culture, and advanced therapies that drive high-quality, research-engaged heart rhythm care.
This article offers an inside look at Intermountain Health’s EP program, showcasing a legacy of innovation, collaborative culture, and advanced therapies that drive high-quality, research-engaged heart rhythm care.
This article offers an inside...
02/01/2026
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
10/01/2025
Nicholas Serafini, MD
This month, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.
This month, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.
This month, EP Lab Digest...
10/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
09/01/2025
Jordan Hamilton, BSN, RN, RCES; Cameron R. Mulloy, RN, BSN, CCRN, RCES; Monica Preiser, RN
This month, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular in Falls Church, Virginia.
This month, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular in Falls Church, Virginia.
This month, EP Lab Digest...
09/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
07/02/2025
Marcos Daccarett, MD; Karen Dey, RN, BSN
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at St Luke’s Health System in Boise, Idaho.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at St Luke’s Health System in Boise, Idaho.
In this month’s Spotlight...
07/02/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
06/01/2025
Matthew Evans, MD
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital Denton in Denton, Texas.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital Denton in Denton, Texas.
In this month’s Spotlight...
06/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
05/12/2025
Benjamin A. Steinberg, MD, MHS, FHRS; Christopher Barrett, MD; Amy Unteutsch, BSN, RN; Jenn Forristall, RN; Jocelyn Legner, BSN, RN; Richard Roberts, RCIS; John Nichols, CEPS, RCIS; Anissa Phothiboupha, RCIS; Aaron Seidler, BSN, RN; Eric Smith, RCIS
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the cardiac electrophysiology program at Denver Health Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the cardiac electrophysiology program at Denver Health Medical Center in Denver, Colorado.
In this month’s Spotlight...
05/12/2025
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
03/01/2025
Yoel Vivas, MD, FHRS; Dora Jean-Charles, MSN, RN
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Delray Medical Center, in Delray Beach, Florida, located in Palm Beach County.
In this month’s Spotlight Interview, EP Lab Digest highlights the EP program at Delray Medical Center, in Delray Beach, Florida, located in Palm Beach County.
In this month’s Spotlight...
03/01/2025
EP Lab Digest

Watch/Listen

Case Studies

Case Study
04/16/2026
Peter Farjo, MD, MS; Ashraf Alzahrani, MBBCh; Paari Dominic, MBBS, MPH; Steven Bailin, MD
This report describes the implantation of a leadless atrial pacemaker in the region of Bachmann’s Bundle, emphasizing procedural considerations, electrocardiographic findings, and short-term outcomes.
This report describes the implantation of a leadless atrial pacemaker in the region of Bachmann’s Bundle, emphasizing procedural considerations, electrocardiographic findings, and short-term outcomes.
This report describes the...
04/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
03/16/2026
Tobias Ahnert; Ankit Maheshwari, MD
Tobias Ahnert, and Ankit Maheshwari, MD, describe a case of successful ablation of a Marshall bundle (MB) tachycardia.
Tobias Ahnert, and Ankit Maheshwari, MD, describe a case of successful ablation of a Marshall bundle (MB) tachycardia.
Tobias Ahnert, and Ankit...
03/16/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
02/19/2026
Alok Gambhir, MD, PhD, FACC, FHRS; John Ricketts, MD, FACC
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,...
02/19/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
02/19/2026
Yoel Vivas, MD, FHRS; Abhi S. Grewal
This report describes a successful single-procedure use of pulsed field ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion, guided entirely by intracardiac echocardiography, as a potential one-stop approach to complex AF management.
This report describes a successful single-procedure use of pulsed field ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion, guided entirely by intracardiac echocardiography, as a potential one-stop approach to complex AF management.
This report describes a...
02/19/2026
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
11/14/2025
James Greelish, MD; Gregory Woo, MD, FHRS, FACC; Brittany Eaker, MSN, FNP-C; Kolade Agboola, MD, FACC; John Schindler, MD, FACC; Rick Turek, BS, CCDS
Brittany Eaker, MSN, FNP-C, et al describe their initial experience retrieving a leadless pacemaker from the pulmonary artery.
Brittany Eaker, MSN, FNP-C, et al describe their initial experience retrieving a leadless pacemaker from the pulmonary artery.
Brittany Eaker, MSN, FNP-C, et...
11/14/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
10/01/2025
Ibragim Al-Seykal, MD; Tobias Ahnert; Ankit Maheshwari, MD
Ibragim Al-Seykal, MD, and colleagues describe a case of successful left ventricular summit premature ventricular complex ablation.
Ibragim Al-Seykal, MD, and colleagues describe a case of successful left ventricular summit premature ventricular complex ablation.
Ibragim Al-Seykal, MD, and...
10/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
09/01/2025
Anish Amin, MD; Aimee E. Willett, DO; Wesley F. Kim, MD; Ankur Shah, DO
This report highlights a unique etiology, diagnostic evaluation, and management of iatrogenic atrial lead failure secondary to hemostatic surgical clip entrapment.
This report highlights a unique etiology, diagnostic evaluation, and management of iatrogenic atrial lead failure secondary to hemostatic surgical clip entrapment.
This report highlights a unique...
09/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Report
08/12/2025
James Russell, DO; Richard Amoateng, MD; Dana Johnson, MD; Adarsh Bhan, MD; Frank Zimmerman, MD
The authors describe how the care of this complex patient population necessitates knowledge of the hemodynamic, surgical, and arrhythmic histories to plan for the most effective electrophysiologic intervention.
The authors describe how the care of this complex patient population necessitates knowledge of the hemodynamic, surgical, and arrhythmic histories to plan for the most effective electrophysiologic intervention.
The authors describe how the...
08/12/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
04/01/2025
Emmanuel Ekanem, MD; Todd Teigeler, MD; Daniel V. Alexander, DO, FACC, CCDS; Timothy O'Neal; Allison Haggerty, MSN, RN; Taylor Young, RN; Rasheva Sperry, BSN, RN; Bethany Larrimore, BSN, RN; Debra Jenkins, CEPS, RCES; Daniel Reno, RCIS; Jessica Horton, MS; Heather Hostetler, MSN, RN; Gabrielle Miller, BSN, RN
Emmanuel Ekanem, MD, and colleagues provide a brief perspective on their pulsed field ablation journey and approach based on real-world experience.
Emmanuel Ekanem, MD, and colleagues provide a brief perspective on their pulsed field ablation journey and approach based on real-world experience.
Emmanuel Ekanem, MD, and...
04/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
04/01/2025
Peter A. Santucci, MD; Tiffany Y. Hu, MD
Tiffany Y Hu, MD, and Peter A Santucci, MD, discuss the pathophysiology and ablation strategies for managing complex macroreentrant atrial flutters.
Tiffany Y Hu, MD, and Peter A Santucci, MD, discuss the pathophysiology and ablation strategies for managing complex macroreentrant atrial flutters.
Tiffany Y Hu, MD, and Peter A...
04/01/2025
EP Lab Digest

Webinars

Unmasking Arrhythmias: CAM Patch Case Studies with Jonas Cooper, MD
Electrophysiologist Dr. Jonas Cooper of St. Luke’s Hospital walks through real patient scenarios to demonstrate how high‑fidelity LT‑ECG monitoring can influence treatment planning for complex arrhythmias. Through patient case studies, he highlights the value of P‑wave fidelity and cont...
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...