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The Lead Podcast presented by Heart Rhythm Society

The Lead Podcast presented by Heart Rhythm Society
Atrial Fibrillation
Electrophysiology
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Catheter Ablation
Pulmonary Vein Isolation
Leadless Pacemakers
Cryoablation
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
Heart Failure
Circadose Trial
Healthcare Costs
Micra Transcatheter Placing System
Class Ic Antiarrhythmics
Left Atrial Appendix Occlusion
Health Economics
Cardiac Complications
Pulse Field Ablation
Atrial Esophageal Fistula
Retrospective Studies
Medtronic Carelink

The Lead – a weekly journal review podcast that is designed to keep you up to date and informed on the latest publications and hottest topics in electrophysiology. Key takeaways, in-depth interpretations, and informative interviews are all fitted into 15 minute time slots, so that they fit easily into your busy schedule. Click the link below to learn more!

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Join host Mellissa Middeldorp and her guests Mina Chung and Dominik Linz as they discuss this recent artle while in Atlanta at HRX Live 2025. In this trial the authors tested a telemedicine-based, village doctor–led integrated care model for atrial ... more

Join Digital Education Committee host Jason Jacobson, MD, FHRS, as he discusses this late 2024 article with guests Miguel Valderrabano, MD, PhD, FHRS and J. Peter Weiss, MD, Msci, FHRS, from the HRSTv Studio in Atlanta at HRX 2025. The trial compare... more

This study examined outcomes of patients with atrial fibrillation treated with pulsed field ablation (PFA) and found a notably high incidence of phrenic nerve injury during the procedure. Most injuries were transient, but some persisted beyond the im... more

Please join HRS Digital Education Committee Vice-Chair, Tina Baykaner, MD, MPH, of Stanford University, as she is joined by Heart Rhythm Society President Mina K. Chung, MD, FHRS, of the Cleveland Clinic, and Konstantinos C. Siontis, MD, FHRS of the ... more

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Recent Guests

Dominik K Linz
Expert from the University of Maastricht
University of Maastricht
Episode: The Lead Episode 122: A Discussion of Telemedicine-Based Management of Atrial Fibrillation in Village Clinics a Cluster Randomized Trial, LIVE at HRX
Mina Chung
Expert from the Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: The Lead Episode 122: A Discussion of Telemedicine-Based Management of Atrial Fibrillation in Village Clinics a Cluster Randomized Trial, LIVE at HRX
Eloi Marijon
Professor at Paris University and European Georges Pompidou Hospital
Paris University and European Georges Pompidou Hospital
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 115: A Discussion of Socio-economic Position and Sudden Cardiac Death...
Martin Stiles
Professor at the University of Auckland and Waikato Hospital
University of Auckland and Waikato Hospital
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 115: A Discussion of Socio-economic Position and Sudden Cardiac Death...
Dr. Parik Sik Sharma
Section Chief for Cardiac Electrophysiology at Cleveland Clinic in Florida
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 110: A Discussion of Left bundle area pacing in hypertrophied hearts...LIVE from HRS 2025 in San Diego
Dr. Prashant Bhave
A physician at Wake Health
Wake Health
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 108: A Discussion of LBBAP compared with biventricular pacing for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy...
Hakeem Ayinde
A physician based in Fredericksburg, Virginia
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 108: A Discussion of LBBAP compared with biventricular pacing for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy...
Dr. Saket Sanghai
Cardiac Electrophysiologist and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Oregon Health & Sciences University
Oregon Health & Sciences University
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 104: A Discussion of Implantable Loop Recorder &Arrhythmia Detection in HCM...Live at HRS 2025
Dr. Krishna Pothineni
Cardiac Electrophysiologist at the Kansas City Heart Rhythm Institute
HCA Midwest
Episode: The Lead Podcast - Episode 104: A Discussion of Implantable Loop Recorder &Arrhythmia Detection in HCM...Live at HRS 2025

Hosts

Melissa Middeldorp
Host and a postdoctoral research scientist at the Center for Heart Rhythm Disorders, specializing in cardiac rhythm issues.
Jason Jacobson
Host with a focus on heart rhythm conditions, active in cardiovascular health communication.
Prash Sanders
Welcome host known for contributions to digital education and patient care in heart rhythm disorders.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • The best way to stay up to date on recent EP Literature

    The best way to stay up to date on recent EP Literature.

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, often highlighting the podcast as an excellent resource for the latest in electrophysiological research. The emphasis on practical applications in patient care is particularly valued, alongside the hosts' clear presentation style that facilitates easy understanding of complex topics.

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The Lead Episode 121: A Discussion of Catheter Ablation or Antiarrhythmic Drugs for Ventricular Tachycardia, LIVE at HRX
Q: Will we ever expect improvement in mortality with catheter ablation?
It seems like a patient selection issue, and we are getting the patients late; trials may need to start earlier to have a bigger impact.
The Lead Episode 121: A Discussion of Catheter Ablation or Antiarrhythmic Drugs for Ventricular Tachycardia, LIVE at HRX
Q: What do you think the limitations of the study would be?
The key limitations are going to be in patient selection and generalizability.
The Lead Podcast - Episode 108: A Discussion of LBBAP compared with biventricular pacing for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy...
Q: What does all of this mean for you? I mean, take it home. Tell us how we can use this in practice.
It shows the benefit of left bundle area pacing in reducing heart failure hospitalization, but doesn't change current practice guidelines yet.
The Lead Podcast - Episode 108: A Discussion of LBBAP compared with biventricular pacing for Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy...
Q: How did they mash all these patients together? What was their methodology? Why was it different than the other observation of studies?
They used propensity matching to fairly compare biventricular and left bundle pacing by creating equal groups.
The Lead Podcast - Episode 107: A Discussion of Catheter Ablation of AFib in Cardiac Sarcoidosis and Amyloidosis...
Q: Are you surprised by the amount of non-PV foci that we're talking about?
There are two discrete populations, and Amyloid conditions show different rates of recurrence due to their progressive nature.

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