Rhythm Interventions Unplugged

In this forward-looking episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair (St. Bernard’s Medical Center, US) is joined by globally recognised electrophysiologist Dr Hugh Calkins (Johns Hopkins Hospital, US) to explore what the EP lab of the future could look like. From artificial intelligence and computational modelling to pulsed field ablation (PFA) and leadless technologies, this conv...

As consumer technology becomes increasingly integrated into clinical care, the profile of the atrial fibrillation (AF) patient is evolving. The rise of wearable technology and digital biomarkers is not only changing how arrhythmias are detected but also how they are managed in daily clinical practice. In this month’s episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host and RIO Course Director Dr Devi N...

In this essential episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair (St. Bernard's Medical Center, US) sits down with two leading experts in cardiac device management: Dr Larry Epstein and Dr Robert Schaller. Together, they explore a critical challenge facing electrophysiologists today - managing pacemaker and ICD leads in patients requiring tricuspid valve interventions. Dr Epstein and...

In this insightful episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair (St. Bernard's Medical Center, US) welcomes two leading experts in the field: Dr Sanjiv Narayan (Stanford Medicine, US) and Dr Tina Baykaner (Stanford Medicine, US). Together, they delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in arrhythmia management. From the crucial f...

In this episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair sits down with leading electrophysiologists Dr Nassir Marrouche and Dr Janet Han to explore the future of electrophysiology (EP) training in the digital age. With virtual learning, AI in cardiology, and cutting-edge EP technology transforming education, how are training programs evolving to keep up? From bite-sized digital learni...

Pulsed-field ablation (PFA) offers great promise in atrial fibrillation, however, what are the key safety concerns clinicians must familiarise themselves with when undertaking this procedure? Rhythm Interventions Unplugged host, Dr Devi Nair (St Bernards Heart & Vascular, US) is joined by esteemed guests, Dr Christian Heeger (Asklepios Clinic Altona, DE) and Dr Amin Al-Ahmad (St David's Medical Ce...

In this month's episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair (St Bernards Heart & Vascular, US) is joined by leading electrophysiologist Prof Di Biase (Montefiore Einstein College of Medicine, New York, US) to discuss the powerful role of virtual education in support of achieving better outcomes in clinical practice. The timing of the episode is particularly pertinent. On 20–23 Nov...

The role of mapping in pulsed-field ablation (PFA) is a topic of ongoing debate amongst clinicians: is it essential for ensuring successful outcomes, or does it add unnecessary complexity to a procedure designed for precision and simplicity? In this month's episode of Rhythm Interventions Unplugged, host Dr Devi Nair (St Bernards Heart & Vascular, US) is joined by leading electrophysiologists, Dr...