The electrophysiology lab provides state-of-the-art biplane fluoroscopy equipment that facilitates complex catheter ablation procedures and reduces the amount of X-ray exposure which patients receive. The doctor routinely checks in with the patient before the procedure to answer any questions.

If an abnormal heart rhythm is suspected, your doctor may recommend one or more tests to diagnose the arrhythmia and determine if it is causing your symptoms. These tests may include an electrocardiogram (ECG, often identified as an EKG), a special type of ECG called a signal-averaged ECG (SAECG), a Holter monitor, an event monitor, an exercise stress test, tilt table test, or an electrophysiology test (EP). Photo: Nurse and tech in the EP lab putting leads and BP cuff on patient (John Bartgis). Caption: Nurses and technologists see to the comfort and care of a patient prior to the procedure. Patients will have a number of painless "leads" attached to their skin and a blood pressure cuff on their arm throughout the procedure.