Referral Pathways

Suspected Atrial Fibrillation

Care Pathways/CDS: Clinical pathway for suspected atrial fibrillation.

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Confirmed AF Management Pathway

Care Pathways/CDS: Care pathway for management of confirmed AFib in patients. Includes information about underlying causes, treatment options, reducing stroke risk, and more.

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Acute vs. Non Acute Referral Pathways

Referral Pathways: OhioHealth’s referral pathways for treating acute vs. non-acute AFib patients.

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Rationale, considerations, and goals for atrial fibrillation centers of excellence: A Heart Rhythm Society perspective

Guidelines/Clinical Documents: This manuscript builds on the work of a diverse, multiple-stakeholder Think Tank meeting and multidisciplinary Inter-pro Forum educational activity held in January 2019, both led by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS). When examining the current clinical landscape, the Think Tank concluded that there is a clear need for AF CoEs to improve AF care and its delivery. In this manuscript, HRS hopes to accelerate this evolution by reviewing the rationale for AF CoEs, the available evidence for integrated and multidisciplinary care, and future challenges and opportunities. The document also defines the key priorities to be used as a guide for HRS and its diverse stakeholders to build consensus on defining the core components of an AF CoE.

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