Device Management
This article describes how electrophysiology programs adapted clinical workflows during the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining quality patient care. Highlights include lessons learned in telehealth, workflow redesign, and care delivery that…
This article reviews the growing impact of clinician burnout on patient care, workforce sustainability, and healthcare quality. Discusses contributing factors and organizational strategies that support clinician wellbeing, resilience, and long-term…
This article presents practical examples of quality improvement initiatives implemented within electrophysiology practices. Demonstrates how local performance measurement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and iterative improvement strategies can enhance patient outcomes and operational…
This article reviews evidence-based strategies for preventing cardiac implantable electronic device infections, including peri-procedural antibiotic use and antibacterial envelopes. Highlights quality improvement opportunities to reduce infection risk through standardized protocols…
This article introduces the EP News: Quality Improvement and Outcomes series and outlines the growing role of quality improvement in electrophysiology. It reviews early initiatives focused on anticoagulation, atrial fibrillation…
This resource collection includes a structured EV-ICD appeal template and a fully written sample appeal letter to support clinicians in securing coverage approval. Together, these tools provide a step-by-step framework…
A standardized, evidence-based framework for managing CIED remote monitoring alerts in outpatient device clinics. Includes a color-coded triage algorithm (RED/YELLOW/GREEN), complete SOP, staff training materials, and interactive metrics dashboard that…
This resource outlines standardized workflows and smartphrase guidance for managing cardiac device alerts, including atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, ICD therapies, lead issues, and battery status. It supports consistent, efficient alert…
This resource provides a standardized screening tool to support safe MRI imaging in patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs). It guides clinicians through key device, lead, and pacing dependency…
This resource provides a practical, guideline-based overview of sudden cardiac death risk stratification and ICD indications across a range of cardiomyopathies. It is designed to support clinicians with clear algorithms…