I had my successful ablation done at Univ of Penn. hospital. I do know some people on other forums that had the procedure done at John Hopkins with Dr. Calkin. I have not heard of any complaints. Good luck!
I have SVT, I have a heart rate of around 44 (and no I'm not active) but then it goes up to 168 from anywheres to 1minute and 10 seconds to 10 seconds for no reason. I had an ablation back in November 2012 but the dr couldn't find anything. I have been on metoprolol and I was still having the svt so they put me on propafenone and was still having them, now I'm on both meds with taking midodrine because I have a low blood pressure. I feel like crap all the time the thought of bending over makes me feel like I'm going to pass out, some times the pressure in my head feels like my head is going to explode and fatigue. Any suggestions on what I can do. I have a loop recorder so we know for a fact I'm having the svt and I'm only 32yo. We are just confused on what needs to be done.
Thanks
Kanankahl
has anyone been to john hopkins for a cardiac ablation? I had my first last week for RMRVT five days later i'm back in v tach! i live closer to baltimore than cleveland and was thinking of going there so if anyone knows the best person there i would love to know!
thanks
md
I went to Cleveland Clinic for two ablations with Dr. Tchou, who is second in command. I found him to be a great doctor to work with. It takes 2-3 months to get an appointment. However, you can ask to be placed on the cancellation list; incase someone cancels they will call you.
Anyone ever been to Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, MN?
I had my second ablation at MCG in Augusta, GA. They had just added a floor for this EP/Cardiologist they got from Duke that everyone on this side of the eastern sea board was talking about. The facility is amazing. The Doctor's name is Berman. Young, but knows his stuff. The nurses were great also. Beware, it is a teaching hospital so I had to give my medical history what seemed like a trillion times (3x cancer survivor, 3 cervical plates, etc. with over 35 major operation is ten years). Check him out on line.
I also agree to seek out the Cleveland CLinic. After 2 different Cardiologists here in NW Ohio, I referred to Clevelenad Clinic. Theyare the best! I was very please with the outcome and the care/treatment I received. You won't be dissapointed!
Best source of info:
http://www.afibbers.org/toboards.htm
Dr. Natale has been treating patients at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. According to an article in the 2/2/08 edition of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Natale will also be seeing patients in Cleveland at metroHealth Medical Center. Ar you near San Francisco? Either way, it's a lot closer than Cleveland : )
For the entire article:
http://www.cleveland.com/medical/plaindealer/index.ssf?/base/news/1201962618176160.xml&coll=2
Yes, it was Dr. Natale. Interesting he's in California. My EP is there so if I need an ablation for my PVC's I may not have to go to Cleveland after all. Do you know where in California? Thanks!
Sorry to hear about your problems. We can all relate! I had an ablation 6 mos. ago at the Cleveland Clinic. While waiting to be called, I struck up a conversation with a man in the holding area. He told me that this would be his 3rd ablation. He was from Ft. Myers, Fl., and his Dr. there told him to quit screwing around and go to the Clinic. He and his wife flew to Cleveland just for the ablation. I wish you luck.
You may be thinking of Dr. Natale. I know he is mentioned on the afibbers site. Dr. Natale was with the CC, but is now in California.
I don't know his name right now. He's famous and there's a long wait but you can call and go for a consult now. You can get recommendations for Cleveland and the drs name from the forum on www.afibbers.org. Also, my EP in Calif. is compassionate and one of the best in the country, David S. Cannom at LA Cardiology Assoicates. But GO TO CLEVELAND for the procedure. Also, there's a place in France for the surgery... But go to afibbers.org first and ask for the best dr. They have a good supplement section there too. You should be taking magnesium, COQ10, L-Carnatine... Your drs are a mess!!!
Hi Cowgirl,
Sorry you are having such a difficult time with the ectopics. I have had two successful ablations and couldn't be happier with the results. My ablations were for RVOT and LVOT.
I live in NC, but am originally from OH. I still travel to OH to see my EP so I understand the importance of finding the right doctor for your situation. I had a tricky case to diagnose and I had wonderful care. Is the Cleveland Clinic Florida facility near you? at another Cleveland-based hospital, but I know there are some awesome doctors at the Clinic. Check out their website; I found this doctor listed for their Florida facility. If you are not satisfied with your visit tomorrow, maybe a 2nd opinion would be helpful
Marcelo Eduardo Helguera, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Specialty Interests
Cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac electrophysiology, catheter ablation, pacemakers, implantable defibrillators
Good luck tomorow. Please let us know what you find out.
connie