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If you are experiencing irregular heart rhythms, particularly if those symptoms are combined with fatigue, dizziness and shortness of breath, Pikeville Medical Center’s Dr. Chase Reynolds, Dr. Michael Antimisiaris, Dr. Rahul Dhawan and Dr. Joseph Souza specialize in diagnosing and treating the full breadth of conditions that involve the heart’s electrical system.

Learn more about Electrophysiology, AFib, and Procedures offered at Pikeville Medical Center
  • What is Electrophysiology?

  • What are Heart Palpitations?

  • What is AFib?

  • How do you treat AFib?

  • About Pacemaker and Defibrillator Implants

PulseSelect PFA System

Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) System


If you are experiencing irregular heart rhythms, particularly if those symptoms are combined with fatigue, dizziness and shortness of breath, Pikeville Medical Center’s Electrophysiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating the full breadth of conditions that involve the heart’s electrical system.

 

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About Hybrid AF Therapy

 

Hybrid AF™ Therapy combines two types of ablation. The goal of an ablation is to stop the atrial fibrillation, or to make the episodes shorter and less frequent. Hybrid AF Therapy is used to treat long-standing persistent atrial fibrillation by creating lesions inside (endocardial RF) and outside (epicardial) of the heart in an effort to stop the erratic electrical signals that cause atrial fibrillation.

 

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WATCHMAN: A One-Time Implant that Helps Reduce AFib Stroke Risk

 

WATCHMAN is a permanent implant that offers an alternative to the lifelong use of blood thinners. It’s about the size of a quarter and made from very light and compact. If you have a history of bleeding or a lifestyle, occupation or condition that puts you at risk for bleeding, ask your doctor about the WATCHMAN Implant.
The first step to find out if you’re a candidate for WATCHMAN is making an appointment with a cardiologist to discuss your options.

 

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    • JULY 25, 2024
    PMC Electrophysiologists Published in Premier Medical Journal After Performing History-Making Procedure

    PMC Electrophysiologists Published in Premier Medical Journal After Performing History-Making Procedure

    In early Spring, 2024, the Electrophysiology team at the Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) made history during a procedure to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) in a 55-year-old patient. PMC Electrophysiologist Joseph Souza, MD, was preparing to perform a routine catheter ablation on the patient when it was discovered

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    • MARCH 6, 2024
    The Critical Role of a Cardiologist

    The Critical Role of a Cardiologist

    Generally speaking, most people only consider seeing a healthcare professional when they don’t feel well. Many times, even when physical pain or sickness occurs, they still try to put off seeking medical care. However, physicians who specialize in heart health say certain symptoms should raise red flags in both men and women. Anyone experiencing shortness

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    • FEBRUARY 27, 2024
    Experts At Heart

    Experts At Heart

    “You can’t have a great cardiothoracic surgery program without having a great team around you. I am lucky to practice at the Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky, as we have assembled an amazing team of cardiac specialists. Within this team, everyone helps to create an overall atmosphere of growth and advancement. I was

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    • FEBRUARY 16, 2024
    PMC Among First in Nation to Perform Advanced Novel Atrial Fibrillation Procedure

    PMC Among First in Nation to Perform Advanced Novel Atrial Fibrillation Procedure

    Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) performed its first procedure with the Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) System on Thursday, February 15, 2024. The Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) System uses PFA – a breakthrough technology that uses pulsed electric fields to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) – for the treatment of qualifying patients with paroxysmal

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