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Abnormal Heartbeats and Arrhythmia Treatments —
Thursday, November 20, 2008 - 12 noon (EST)

Mark Niebauer, MD

  • Staff Cardiologist, Section of Electrophysiology and Pacing
  • Department of Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Cleveland Clinic Heart and Vascular Institute

An arrhythmia (also called dysrhythmia or irregular heart rhythm) is an irregular or abnormal heartbeat. An arrhythmia can involve a change in the rhythm, producing an uneven heartbeat, or a change in the rate, causing a very slow or very fast heartbeat. Arrhythmia's can be treated through several different options, from lifestyle change to medications, catheter ablation, devices, or surgery. Join us as we chat with one of the leading experts on abnormal heart rhythms and ask him your questions.

Dr. Niebauer is board-certified in cardiac electrophysiology and is a staff cardiologist in the Section of Electrophysiology and Pacing in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine. He will offer the most up-to-date information about abnormal heart rhythms and treatment options.

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