Complete care for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib)
As part of the largest program in the Baltimore/Washington area dedicated to treating heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation, or AFib, our electrophysiologists are sought after nationwide for their expertise. We are actively involved in researching the next generation of AFib treatments, with our doctors designing and leading clinical trials that give patients early access to treatment options not available elsewhere. Our team members work together to create customized treatment plans for every patient’s unique condition and needs.
We were the first center in the Baltimore/Washington area to offer the WATCHMAN™ device for reducing the risk of stroke related to AFib, and we have more experience in using this treatment than any other center in the mid-Atlantic region, and we now also offer Amulet™ device to prevent stokes. We’re also a national leader in cryoablation, the use of intense cold to treat AFib. In 2024, we were the first hospital in the region to offer pulsed field ablation which uses high-intensity energy pulses to treat AFib.
Our doctors provide a range of advanced treatments for AFib, including:
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Ablation techniques, which uses heat or cold to create scar tissue that interferes with the abnormal electrical signals that cause AFib.
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Pulsed field ablation is a catheter-based, non-thermal technique that emits a series of high-intensity energy pulses to electroporate target cells rather than burn or freeze them.
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Convergent, or maze procedure, a particular type of AFib ablation technique
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Devices implanted in the heart to control AFib, including implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and pacemakers
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