The A-Fib Clinic: Streamlining Workflow for Busy Practices in the Era of PFA Technology-The A-Fib Clinic: Streamlining Workflow for Busy Practices in the Era of PFA Technology

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The San Diego Heart Rhythm 2025 conference focuses on the future of atrial fibrillation (AFib) treatment and optimization strategies. Dr. Abdul Salam highlights the transition to electrical pulse field ablation (PFA), emphasizing the importance of not just procedural success but also improving patient care before and after treatment to manage the expected increase in AFib cases. She suggests streamlining referral systems, optimizing outpatient experiences, using triage-based scheduling to prioritize urgent cases, and involving Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) for better efficiency. The importance of using technology like EMR alerts and wearables for home monitoring and telemedicine is underscored.<br /><br />Dr. Mohair Ghandavalli discusses using zero-fluoro techniques and efficiently managing procedural workflows, particularly with new technologies like PFA. He emphasizes the minimal reliance on fluoroscopy through strategic imaging and mapping techniques while addressing the importance of managing secondary arrhythmias during procedures without needing additional resources.<br /><br />Elizabeth Starnes talks about the benefits of pre-procedure clinics run by APPs, which enhance patient education, optimize comorbidities, and reduce procedure cancellations. She explains that APPs can spend more time with patients, helping them understand procedures and manage expectations, ultimately improving satisfaction and outcomes.<br /><br />The session concludes with discussions on the effective use of video visits, chatbots, and maintaining efficient lab operations to reduce turnaround times and improve the patient care pathway. The overall focus is on integrating new technologies and methodologies to transform AFib treatment and patient care comprehensively.

Keywords

San Diego Heart Rhythm 2025

atrial fibrillation

electrical pulse field ablation

patient care

Advanced Practice Providers

home monitoring

zero-fluoro techniques

pre-procedure clinics

video visits

telemedicine