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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
EHRA 2025 news
News
04/01/2025
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has released a groundbreaking consensus statement on conduction system pacing (CSP), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of pacing therapy.
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has released a groundbreaking consensus statement on conduction system pacing (CSP), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of pacing therapy.
The European Society of...
04/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Case Study
03/10/2025
Laura Bradel, DO; Lu Chen, MD; Jonathan Arnedo, MD; Moshe Y Gunsburg, MD; Tatyana Zagoruy, MD; Berhane Worku, MD; Rajesh Malik, MD; Jude ElSaygh, MD; Abeer Ashfaq, MD; Gioia Turitto, MD; Bharath Reddy, MD; Brian Wong, MD; Jeremy Berman, MD
Fungal endocarditis in the setting of cardiac devices is becoming increasingly common. A high index of suspicion is recommended for diagnosis, and the treatment usually involves a combination of early medical and surgical therapies.
Fungal endocarditis in the setting of cardiac devices is becoming increasingly common. A high index of suspicion is recommended for diagnosis, and the treatment usually involves a combination of early medical and surgical therapies.
Fungal endocarditis in the...
03/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
Lead Extraction
12/01/2024
Stephanie H. Yoakum, RN, MSN, ACNP-BC; Travis Pollema, DO; Andrew Y. Lin, MD; Niki Aramburo, AA; Ulrika Birgersdotter-Green, MD, FHRS
Stephanie Yoakum, RN, MSN, ACNP-BC, and colleagues describe the lead management program at UC San Diego Health, which utilizes an experienced multidisciplinary team that has resulted in safe and effective patient outcomes.
Stephanie Yoakum, RN, MSN, ACNP-BC, and colleagues describe the lead management program at UC San Diego Health, which utilizes an experienced multidisciplinary team that has resulted in safe and effective patient outcomes.
Stephanie Yoakum, RN, MSN,...
12/01/2024
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
News
10/21/2024
Philips portfolio of image-guided therapy and echocardiography solutions uniquely integrates artificial intelligence into imaging systems and software, with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic devices to support exceptional treatment for...
Philips portfolio of image-guided therapy and echocardiography solutions uniquely integrates artificial intelligence into imaging systems and software, with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic devices to support exceptional treatment for...
Philips portfolio of...
10/21/2024
EP Lab Digest
Spotlight Interview
10/01/2024
Mark Metzl, MD
In this month’s issue, we highlight the EP program in Glenview, Illinois. The Cardiovascular Institute CVI at Glenbrook Hospital has 4 dedicated EP laboratories and a shared “combo” room for CIED implantation.
In this month’s issue, we highlight the EP program in Glenview, Illinois. The Cardiovascular Institute CVI at Glenbrook Hospital has 4 dedicated EP laboratories and a shared “combo” room for CIED implantation.
In this month’s issue, we...
10/01/2024
EP Lab Digest
Feature Story
09/19/2024
Evangelos A. Diamantakos, DO, FHRS, FACC, FACOI
Evangelos A Diamantakos, DO, FHRS, FACC, FACOI, discusses how to identify patients for leadless pacing and offers implantation and troubleshooting techniques.
Evangelos A Diamantakos, DO, FHRS, FACC, FACOI, discusses how to identify patients for leadless pacing and offers implantation and troubleshooting techniques.
Evangelos A Diamantakos, DO,...
09/19/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/16/2024
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE OSWEGO, Oregon, USA – BIOTRONIK, a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling approval of its Selectra 3D catheter in conjunction...
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE OSWEGO, Oregon, USA – BIOTRONIK, a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling approval of its Selectra 3D catheter in conjunction...
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE...
09/16/2024
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
06/12/2024
Miguel Leal, MD; Robert Schaller, DO
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

News

EHRA 2025 news
News
04/01/2025
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has released a groundbreaking consensus statement on conduction system pacing (CSP), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of pacing therapy.
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has released a groundbreaking consensus statement on conduction system pacing (CSP), marking a significant milestone in the evolution of pacing therapy.
The European Society of...
04/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
News
10/21/2024
Philips portfolio of image-guided therapy and echocardiography solutions uniquely integrates artificial intelligence into imaging systems and software, with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic devices to support exceptional treatment for...
Philips portfolio of image-guided therapy and echocardiography solutions uniquely integrates artificial intelligence into imaging systems and software, with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic devices to support exceptional treatment for...
Philips portfolio of...
10/21/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/18/2024
Asset acquisition of Cook Medical’s end-to-end lead management product portfolio strengthens Merit’s existing electrophysiology and CRM business
Asset acquisition of Cook Medical’s end-to-end lead management product portfolio strengthens Merit’s existing electrophysiology and CRM business
Asset acquisition of Cook...
09/18/2024
EP Lab Digest
News
09/16/2024
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE OSWEGO, Oregon, USA – BIOTRONIK, a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling approval of its Selectra 3D catheter in conjunction...
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE OSWEGO, Oregon, USA – BIOTRONIK, a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling approval of its Selectra 3D catheter in conjunction...
BIOTRONIK Press Release LAKE...
09/16/2024
EP Lab Digest

Podcasts

Drs. Jonathan Salcedo and Robert Schaller
Podcasts
11/02/2021
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we’re featuring a discussion with Jonathan Salcedo, MD, and Robert Schaller, DO, about advanced lead extraction techniques.
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we’re featuring a discussion with Jonathan Salcedo, MD, and Robert Schaller, DO, about advanced lead extraction techniques.
In this episode of The EP Edit...
11/02/2021
EP Lab Digest
EP Edit Podcast
Podcasts
09/12/2025
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...
09/12/2025
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.
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.
In this episode of The EP Edit...
09/01/2025
EP Lab Digest
Heart Rhythm 2025
06/04/2025
Tara U. Mudd, MSN, APRN; Courtney Channels, APRN; Jodie Elrod
In this onsite conversation from Heart Rhythm 2025, Tara U. Mudd, MSN, APRN, NP-C, and Courtney Channels, APRN, share insights on building and advancing Atrial Fibrillation Centers of Excellence.
In this onsite conversation from Heart Rhythm 2025, Tara U. Mudd, MSN, APRN, NP-C, and Courtney Channels, APRN, share insights on building and advancing Atrial Fibrillation Centers of Excellence.
In this onsite conversation from...
06/04/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
05/08/2025
Andrea M. Russo, MD; Jodie Elrod
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we are joined by Andrea Russo, MD, to discuss the 2025 Appropriate Use Criteria for ICDs, CRT, and Pacing. Dr Russo shares key updates, clinical implications, and more.
In this episode of The EP Edit podcast, we are joined by Andrea Russo, MD, to discuss the 2025 Appropriate Use Criteria for ICDs, CRT, and Pacing. Dr Russo shares key updates, clinical implications, and more.
In this episode of The EP Edit...
05/08/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
04/21/2025
Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI
EP Lab Digest talks with Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, Medical Director, Women’s Heart Clinic, Ascension Medical Group, about challenges in cardiovascular care for women, gaps in knowledge, considerations during pregnancy and...
EP Lab Digest talks with Nishtha Sareen, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, Medical Director, Women’s Heart Clinic, Ascension Medical Group, about challenges in cardiovascular care for women, gaps in knowledge, considerations during pregnancy and...
EP Lab Digest talks with Nishtha...
04/21/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
02/07/2025
Bibhu D. Mohanty, MD; Elizabeth Schetina, BSN, RN
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa General Hospital’s NeuroCardiac Program, a unique, collaborative approach to patient care that is shaping the future of heart-brain health.
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa General Hospital’s NeuroCardiac Program, a unique, collaborative approach to patient care that is shaping the future of heart-brain health.
EP Lab Digest highlights Tampa...
02/07/2025
EP Lab Digest
Podcasts
01/10/2025
Nassir F. Marrouche, MD; Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS
In this episode, EP Lab Digest features a discussion with Bradley Knight, MD, and Nassir Marrouche, MD, about the upcoming Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, taking place February 27-March 1, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. 
In this episode, EP Lab Digest features a discussion with Bradley Knight, MD, and Nassir Marrouche, MD, about the upcoming Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium, taking place February 27-March 1, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. 
In this episode, EP Lab...
01/10/2025
EP Lab Digest
New Guidance on Cardiac Arrhythmias and Autonomic Dysfunction Associated With COVID-19, and Cardiac Contributions to Brain Health
Podcasts
12/06/2024
Rakesh Gopinathannair, MD, MA, FACC, FHRS; Elaine Y. Wan, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS
This episode features interviews with Drs Rakesh Gopinathannair and Elaine Wan about new scientific statements from the American Heart Association.
This episode features interviews with Drs Rakesh Gopinathannair and Elaine Wan about new scientific statements from the American Heart Association.
This episode features interviews...
12/06/2024
EP Lab Digest
Podcast discussion with Shailendra Upadhyay, MD, CEPS, FHRS, and Irfan Warsy, MD
Podcasts
09/30/2024
Shailendra Upadhyay, MD; Irfan Warsy, MD
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

Videos

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
06/12/2024
Miguel Leal, MD; Robert Schaller, DO
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
Interview With Sunil Kapur, MD, and Cyrus Hadadi, MD
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07/09/2025
Drs Sunil Kapur and Cyrus Hadadi explore the features of EluPro, Elutia’s advanced antibiotic-eluting BioEnvelope.
Drs Sunil Kapur and Cyrus Hadadi explore the features of EluPro, Elutia’s advanced antibiotic-eluting BioEnvelope.
Drs Sunil Kapur and Cyrus Hadadi...
07/09/2025
EP Lab Digest
Heart Rhythm 2025
05/29/2025
Jodie Elrod; Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS; David Benditt, MD
Bradley Knight, MD, and David Benditt, MD, discuss the moderated session on “Syncope: Novel Investigation Strategies and Treatment Approaches” at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Bradley Knight, MD, and David Benditt, MD, discuss the moderated session on “Syncope: Novel Investigation Strategies and Treatment Approaches” at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Bradley Knight, MD, and David...
05/29/2025
EP Lab Digest
Interview With Lindsay Harris, MSN, APRN
Heart Rhythm 2025
05/20/2025
Lindsay Harris, MBA, APRN, NE-BC; Jodie Elrod
Watch as Lindsay Harris, MBA, APRN, NE-BC, discusses her presentation at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Watch as Lindsay Harris, MBA, APRN, NE-BC, discusses her presentation at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Watch as Lindsay Harris, MBA,...
05/20/2025
EP Lab Digest
Heart Rhythm 2025
05/19/2025
Bradley P. Knight, MD, FACC, FHRS; Christopher R. Ellis, MD, FACC, FHRS; Jodie Elrod
Watch as Bradley Knight, MD, and Christopher Ellis, MD, discuss the 2025 SCAI/HRS Clinical Practice Guidelines on Transcatheter Left Atrial Appendage Closure at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Watch as Bradley Knight, MD, and Christopher Ellis, MD, discuss the 2025 SCAI/HRS Clinical Practice Guidelines on Transcatheter Left Atrial Appendage Closure at Heart Rhythm 2025.
Watch as Bradley Knight, MD, and...
05/19/2025
EP Lab Digest
Interview With Kristie Coleman, MPH, RN
Heart Rhythm 2025
05/19/2025
Kristie Coleman, MPH, RN; Jodie Elrod
Watch as Kristie Coleman, MPH, RN, discusses her abstract at HRS 2025.
Watch as Kristie Coleman, MPH, RN, discusses her abstract at HRS 2025.
Watch as Kristie Coleman, MPH,...
05/19/2025
EP Lab Digest
Heart Rhythm 2025
05/12/2025
T. Jared Bunch, MD; Jodie Elrod
EP Lab Digest talks with T Jared Bunch, MD, FACC, FHRS, about the new criteria for establishing an Atrial Fibrillation Center of Excellence, including key operational standards to provide multidisciplinary care.
EP Lab Digest talks with T Jared Bunch, MD, FACC, FHRS, about the new criteria for establishing an Atrial Fibrillation Center of Excellence, including key operational standards to provide multidisciplinary care.
EP Lab Digest talks with T Jared...
05/12/2025
EP Lab Digest
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SCAI Scientific Sessions
05/09/2025
Jacqueline Saw, MD
In this video from the 2025 SCAI Scientific Sessions, JIC speaks with Dr. Jacqueline Saw about the year’s major developments in left atrial appendage occlusion and stroke prevention, along with her most anticipated upcoming trials.
In this video from the 2025 SCAI Scientific Sessions, JIC speaks with Dr. Jacqueline Saw about the year’s major developments in left atrial appendage occlusion and stroke prevention, along with her most anticipated upcoming trials.
In this video from the 2025 SCAI...
05/09/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
Dr Sohns
Western AF 2025
03/28/2025
Christian Sohns, MD, FEHRA; Jodie Elrod
Watch as Christian Sohns, MD, discusses his Western AF 2025 presentation on follow-up data from the CASTLE-HTx trial.
Watch as Christian Sohns, MD, discusses his Western AF 2025 presentation on follow-up data from the CASTLE-HTx trial.
Watch as Christian Sohns, MD,...
03/28/2025
EP Lab Digest
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CRT Conference Coverage
03/28/2025
Basel Ramlawi, MD
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC speaks with Dr Basel Ramlawi of the Lankenau Heart Institute about the role of epicardial left atrial appendage exclusion in atrial fibrillation stroke prevention.
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC speaks with Dr Basel Ramlawi of the Lankenau Heart Institute about the role of epicardial left atrial appendage exclusion in atrial fibrillation stroke prevention.
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC...
03/28/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology
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CRT Conference Coverage
03/18/2025
Eric A. Secemsky, MD, MSc, RPVI, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC speaks with Dr Eric Secemsky of the Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center about the future of renal denervation in atrial fibrillation treatment.
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC speaks with Dr Eric Secemsky of the Beth Israel Deaconness Medical Center about the future of renal denervation in atrial fibrillation treatment.
In this video from CRT 2025, JIC...
03/18/2025
Journal of Invasive Cardiology