Atrial Fibrillation

Treatment in Florida

All diagnosis and treatment options described in these pages are available at Mayo Clinic in Florida.

Electrophysiology Services

An integrated team of specialists coordinates care for patients with atrial fibrillation in the Atrial Fibrillation Clinic and the Electrophysiology Services. Patients with implanted cardiac devices are treated in the Cardiac Device Clinic.

The Electrophysiology (EP) and Cardiac Device Services at Mayo Clinic in Florida specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of adults with all types of heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation. Nationally-recognized electrophysiologists, cardiologists with specialized training in the evaluation and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, staff the EP services. The integrated team also includes cardiologists specializing in imaging and interventional techniques and cardiothoracic surgeons.

The EP services staff provides a patient-centered, team approach. The staff uses the newest, most advanced technologies to provide patients with the most accurate and comprehensive treatment for their heart rhythm problems. Eligible patients also have access to emerging technology through clinical trials.

Electrophysiologists perform electrophysiology studies (EPS) and catheter ablation. They also implant cardiac devices used to treat slow heart rates, life-threatening heart rhythms and heart failure. Procedures are performed in a state-of-the-art lab with a dedicated staff specifically trained for these procedures.

Specialty Laboratories

Cardiovascular laboratories offer specialized diagnostic and treatment procedures for cardiovascular patients. They also conduct extensive research programs.

• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Cardiac Catherization Laboratory
• Echocardiographic Laboratory

Treatment Team

This disease is treated by specialists in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Cardiovascular Diseases.

Appointments

For appointments or more information, call the Central Appointment Office at 904-953-0853 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday, or complete an online appointment request form.