For many years, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels has made significant strides in heart health with its advanced cardiac electrophysiology program. The program services have a full time focus to serve our community and meet the growing needs.

Electrophysiology is a specialized area of cardiology that focuses on diagnosing and treating heart rhythm abnormalities. These abnormalities, often referred to as arrhythmias, can cause a variety of symptoms, including palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, fatigue, and may increase the risk of heart failure and stroke.

The electrophysiology program at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels offers a comprehensive approach to heart health, including:

• Implantable Devices: Pacemakers and implantable defibrillators are used to regulate heart rhythm in patients with slow or rapid heart rates.
• Ablation Procedures: These minimally invasive procedures involve using radiofrequency energy to destroy abnormal heart tissue that cause arrhythmias.
• Medical Management: Lifestyle modifications, medication and other non-invasive treatments may be recommended for certain patients.
• Advanced Diagnostic Techniques: The program utilizes state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and monitor heart rhythm disorders, including electrocardiograms (ECGs) and echocardiograms.

The ability to offer all of these services, complemented with the fact that the hospital performs all aspects of comprehensive cardiac care (from diagnostic work ups to minimally invasive cardiology procedures, minimally invasive valve replacement to open heart surgical valve replacements and bypass) sets CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels apart.

"It’s impressive what we’re able to achieve here in New Braunfels,” said CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – New Braunfels President Genifer Rucker. “Our patients don’t need to travel to Austin or San Antonio for top-tier cardiovascular care because we’re bringing it to them right here in their community. This success is a result of the close collaboration and teamwork between our hospital leadership and our skilled physicians, who are committed to creating and advancing a world-class cardiovascular program.”

The electrophysiology program, led by Drs. Shane Bailey and Gil Birnbaum, uses advanced technology to provide high quality complex cardiac care to patients.

“The technology we use in electrophysiology is quite incredible and very advanced,” Director of Cardiac Operations Dustin Meyer said. “For our ablations, we use a system that creates a 3D electrical map of the heart. We can identify where these circuits are formed and identify the best place to interrupt that circuit.”

Drs. Bailey and Birnbaum, and their team, are committed to providing personalized care to each patient. They take the time to understand each patient's unique needs and develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their specific condition.

“These doctors have incredible judgment and a patient-centric bedside manner too,” Meyer said. “It's really personalized for every patient. They ensure the patient has all the information they need and that all their questions are answered so they can make an informed decision and make the decision that’s best for them. I really appreciate how much they listen to the patients and how much time they give them.”

By offering advanced treatments and a patient-centered approach, the electrophysiology program at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels is improving the lives of countless patients in the community.

To find quality, personalized care for heart rhythm abnormalities, find a physician at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels. For more information about the electrophysiology program, visit this website.

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