Arrhythmia Services
Oldest and Largest Program of Its Kind
The Harvard-Thorndike Electrophysiology Institute and Arrhythmia Service at BIDMC is the oldest and largest program of its kind in the region.
Click on the video below for a patient's guide to having an electrophysiology procedure to treat an arrhythmia at the
CardioVascular Institute.
Pioneers of Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cutting-Edge Research
Staff were among the pioneers of modern cardiac electrophysiology, and continue cutting-edge research.
Most Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment Modalities
Attracting patients nationally and worldwide, with about 7,000 visits annually in the arrhythmia and pacemaker/device clinics, the service offers the most advanced diagnosis and treatment modalities, including catheter-based ablation to control or cure a variety of
arrhythmias.
24-Hour Onsite Ambulatory Electrocardiography Laboratory
An onsite ambulatory electrocardiography laboratory provides 24-hour surveillance for arrhythmia diagnosis and management. Physicians achieve excellent outcomes with implantation of pacemakers, ICDs and biventricular devices. Pacemaker and ICD lead explanation are also offered. Patients benefit from education and support groups.
Arrhythmia Services