Electrophysiology & Heart Rhythm Program

Each type of arrhythmia requires a unique, individualized approach for successful diagnosis and management. We evaluate and treat a full range of heart rhythm disorders and heart conditions, including congenital heart disease, in both children and adults.

Some disorders have no symptoms but can be discovered during a routine exam. If left undiagnosed and untreated, certain types of arrhythmias can lead to serious symptoms including heart enlargement and heart failure. Phoenix Children’s Electrophysiology & Heart Rhythm Program offers a wide range of advanced treatment options, including pacemaker and implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) placement and follow up.

Arrhythmias that cause an abnormally fast heart rate (tachycardia), include:

  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Ectopic Atrial Tachycardia
  • Junctional Ectopic Tachycardia
  • Permanent Junctional Reciprocating Tachycardia
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
  • Torsades de Pointes
  • Ventricular Fibrillation
  • Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome (WPW)

Arrhythmias that lead to a slower than normal heart rate (bradycardia), include:

  • Cardiac Infiltrative Diseases
  • Congenital Heart Block
  • Diffuse Conduction System Disease
  • Frequent Atrial Premature Beats
  • Sick Sinus Syndrome
  • Surgical Heart Block

Tailored Care for Inherited Arrhythmias

A cardiac channel abnormality (channelopathy) is a type of heart disease that can disrupt the timing of your heartbeat, leading to serious and potentially life-threatening arrhythmias. Channelopathies usually have a genetic origin. If one family member has this condition, it means that several family members are likely to be affected.

If there is a chance of an inherited arrhythmia in your family, it is vital that all members, including extended family, are also screened for this condition. Our specialty-trained cardiologists at the Center for Heart Care have specific expertise in the diagnosis and management of all types of inherited arrhythmias.

Managing inherited arrhythmias requires advanced expertise, especially since overtreatment or undertreatment can have serious effects. We offer comprehensive and customized care for every family member, from the youngest to the oldest.

We also offer advanced treatment options for inherited arrythmias such as:

  • Long QT Syndromes
  • Brugada Syndrome
  • Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (CPVT)
  • Short QT Syndromes
  • Progressive Cardiac Conduction Disease