In this video interview, Dr. Hugh Calkins, electrophysiologist at Johns Hopkins, talks about the effort underway to rewrite the HRS/EHRA/ECAS Expert Consensus Statement on Catheter and Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation. The new global guidelines are expected in January of 2012. Watch the video at: Johns Hopkins Electrophysiologist, Dr. Hugh Calkins, On Updating the Atrial …
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Atrial fibrillation is the most common irregular heart rhythm that starts in the atria. While it is often a mere annoyance, it can also be responsible for life-threatening medical emergencies that result in cardiac arrest, stroke and sudden death. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to chat live on June 13 with atrial fibrillation experts …
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Team AFib is a newly-formed coalition of organizations that advocates for atrial fibrillation patients. Join Team AFib on a national tour to raise awareness about afib and its link to an increased risk for stroke. To learn more, see: Announcing Team AFib, a new coalition to advocate for atrial fibrillation patients, which includes StopAfib.org
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When the leading man in her life was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (afib), actress Susan Lucci jumped into action and pledged to learn everything she could about his condition. Now she and her husband, Helmut Huber, ask you to join them in taking the Facing AFib Pledge to learn more about atrial fibrillation, partner with …
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StopAfib.org is among a group of experts calling today for urgent action to prevent an atrial fibrillation stroke crisis in the Asia-Pacific region. Action for Stroke Prevention, a group of health experts from across the globe, is launching a new report, How Can We Avoid a Stroke Crisis in the Asia-Pacific Region?, at the 18th …
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As the founder of StopAfib.org, I have heard from thousands of atrial fibrillation patients who have shared their afib experiences with me. For so many of us, the diagnosis and treatment of afib is confusing and scary. To improve communication between patients and their health-care providers, and ultimately, provide better care, I recently shared with …
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In honor of National Stroke Awareness Month (May), Team AFib invites you to our inaugural webinar “AFib: When Stroke Strikes”, hosted by the National Stroke Association. A live expert panel will help you learn to recognize and respond quickly to afib stroke signs and symptoms. StopAfib.org is a member of Team AFib. To learn more …
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A study presented at the recent American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions by Dr. Matthew Reynolds of the Harvard Clinical Research Institute showed that having a radiofrequency (RF) catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation could reduce the risk of stroke by 40% compared to those who did not have an ablation. To learn more, see: Radiofrequency …
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In this video, Dr. Patrick Ellinor, electrophysiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses research into genetic links to atrial fibrillation. The CHARGE AF or AFGen Consortium, which he co-leads, has identified three regions of genetic susceptibility for atrial fibrillation. The researchers have found that individuals with an immediate family member with afib have a significantly increased …
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Dr. John Mandrola shares a great update on the latest info regarding dabigatran (Pradaxa, Pradax). Dr. Mandrola not only treats atrial fibrillation patients, but he has also experienced afib himself. I have become an AF-doctor. That means my most exciting aspect of medicine is terminating AF with watts delivered through a catheter. “Got it.” In …
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