State-of-the-Art Electrophysiology Laboratory (Dedicated in October 2005)

A Proven Leader in Electrical Therapy

The electrophysiology team at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, has a long established reputation as a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. We implanted one of the world’s first indwelling cardiac pacemakers in 1965, and in 2000, we were one of the first centers in Illinois to implant a biventricular pacemaker.

October 2005 marked another milestone for the Rush electrophysiology program. The opening of two state-of-the-art EP laboratories allows us to offer the latest advances in diagnostic and interventional electrophysiology (including catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation), cardiac imaging and implantable cardiac device technologies.

Electrophysiology NOW!

Important life-saving information for referring physicians treating patients with heart failure (HF) and an ejection fraction (EF) of 35 percent or less: New indications for prevention of sudden cardiac death and the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias using implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs).

The Rush Difference

The electrophysiology program at Rush partners with referring physicians to ensure patients are seen promptly, usually within 48 hours. We specialize in treating patients with complex problems and pride ourselves on providing patients the same compassion and dedication we would offer to a member of our own family. We promptly communicate the results of the procedure to referring physicians’ offices and are readily available for follow-up questions pertaining to ongoing patient management.

Services Offered

• Clinical Electrophysiology
• • Diagnostic invasive electrophysiologic testing
    • Follow-up for implantable cardioverter difibrillators (ICDs), and biventricular (CRT) and permanent pacemakers
  • Radiofrequency (RF) ablation for:
    • Atrial fibrillation
    • Other supraventricular tachyarrhythmias
    • Ventricular arrhythmias
  • Alternative energy sources for complex arrhythmias
    • Cryoablation
    • Irrigated tip
  • Noninvasive arrhythmia evaluation ECG, holter monitoring, event recorders and implantable monitors for recurrent syncope
  • Follow-up for ICDs, CRT and permanent pacemakers

• Implantable-Device-Based Therapies
  • Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronization therapy including:
    • Biventricular defibrillators (CRT-D)
    • Biventricular (CRT) pacemakers
    • Single and dual-chamber permanent pacemakers and ICDs

Clinical Team

• Richard G. Trohman, MD, Director
• Kousik Krishnan, MD, Electrophysiologist

The electrophysiology team also includes technicians and nurses certified by the Heart Rhythm Society.