{"id":170,"date":"2019-04-12T15:10:37","date_gmt":"2019-04-12T19:10:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nortonhealthcaretest1.flywheelsites.com\/?page_id=170"},"modified":"2025-07-09T13:56:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T17:56:40","slug":"atrial-fibrillation-af","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/services\/atrial-fibrillation-af\/","title":{"rendered":"Atrial Fibrillation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute\u2019s specialists are the leading providers of atrial fibrillation (A-fib) care in Louisville and Southern Indiana. They treat thousands of atrial fibrillation patients each year and complete almost 500 ablations, an advanced treatment for A-fib per year. Our Atrial Fibrillation Program features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A team of board-certified and fellowship-trained electrophysiologists and advanced practice providers who have the technology to evaluate the potential causes of your A-fib and create a custom treatment plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full suite of treatment options including medication management, catheter ablation, surgical ablation, <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/treatments\/convergent-procedure\/\">hybrid ablation (combined catheter and surgical ablation)<\/a>,\u00a0 and left atrial appendage closure (<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/treatments\/left-atrial-appendage-closure-procedure\">Watchman<\/a> and AtriClip) to reduce the increased risk of a stroke that is common to A-fib<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specialty clinic exclusive to A-fib patients for new diagnosis and treatment, offering same-day appointments for newly diagnosed patients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A dedicated nurse educator to assist patients in understanding their condition and connecting them to resources as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout float-xl-end ms-xl-3  w-xl-50 \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail float-lg-start me-lg-3 mb-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Afib_ACC_seal-removebg-preview-100x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Afib_ACC_seal-removebg-preview-100x150.png 100w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Afib_ACC_seal-removebg-preview.png 144w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The American College of Cardiology has recognized Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital for their expertise and commitment to treating patients with atrial fibrillation, a common arrhythmia. The accreditation includes special recognition of the full suite of electrophysiology and surgical services we provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-personalized-a-fib-treatment\">Personalized A-fib Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each person with A-fib is unique, just as the right treatment plan is unique to each person. Taking into consideration the type of A-fib and other health conditions you may be experiencing, our team will work with you and your primary care provider or cardiologist to create a treatment plan that is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout float-xl-end ms-xl-3  w-xl-50 \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On-demand A-fib Educational Workshop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about A-fib and advanced treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-button\">\n\t<a\n\t\thref=\"https:\/\/reg.learningstream.com\/reg\/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0031-a9214b2730ad491fa959dc37e76d1d43\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"btn btn-primary\"\n\t>\n\t\tRegister Now\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diagnosis-and-monitoring\">Diagnosis and Monitoring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are different types of A-fib, and correctly diagnosing which you have is the first step in developing the best treatment plan. A-fib can begin spontaneously, come and go (paroxysmal A-fib) or last for seven or more days without interruption (persistent A-fib), and many may not even know they are having irregular heart rhythm. Our team uses the latest in monitoring technology to detect and diagnose A-fib as quickly and as conveniently for you as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of our devices are monitored by our Heart Rhythm Center device monitoring unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diagnostic and monitoring technology we use includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/echocardiogram-ekg-heart-tests\">Echocardiogram<\/a> \u2014 a test that provides pictures of the heart\u2019s valves and chambers, typically performed at one of our diagnostic centers by a technician<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-lab electrocardiogram (EKG) \u2014 a test that measures the electrical activity of the heartbeat at one of our diagnostic centers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/echocardiogram-ekg-heart-tests\/heart-rhythm-diagnostic-and-monitoring-devices\">Zio patch<\/a> \u2014 small, adhesive, water-resistant, medical-grade monitor which can be worn for 14 days to record heart rhythms (EKG)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/echocardiogram-ekg-heart-tests\/heart-rhythm-diagnostic-and-monitoring-devices\">External monitor<\/a> \u2014 battery-operated portable device that measures and records your heart&#8217;s activity continuously for 24 to 48 hours or longer depending on the type<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/echocardiogram-ekg-heart-tests\/heart-rhythm-diagnostic-and-monitoring-devices\">Reveal LINQ<\/a> \u2014 implantable loop recording device, about the size of a paper clip, that monitors heart rhythms for up to three years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-fib-treatment-options\">A-fib Treatment Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A diagnosis of atrial fibrillation often comes with a prescription for medication to prevent and treat blood clots that may be caused by the arrhythmia. Left untreated, blood clots can lead to a stroke. Additional medications may be prescribed to control heart rate and rhythm. For many patients, these can be the first and most helpful form of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>READ MORE: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/news\/answers-atrial-fibrillation-drugs\">Answers to common questions about atrial fibrillation medications<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medications can be an effective treatment, but they can have side effects, and there may be alternatives to control your condition more effectively. Often, a combination of medication therapy, monitoring and minimally invasive surgical intervention can help improve A-\ufb01b symptoms or even eliminate the arrhythmia. Decisions about A-fib treatment can be complex. Our team works with each person to develop a treatment plan and make sure you have all the answers you need every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/news\/afib-and-alcohol\/\">Study of atrial fibrillation (A-fib) and alcohol shows chance of an episode increase dramatically within hours of drinking<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Treatment options for A-fib may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medication management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pacemaker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implantable cardiac defibrillator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/treatments\/catheter-ablation\">Catheter ablation<\/a> \u2014 radiofrequency ablation (small burst of heat) and cryo-ablation (cold)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surgical ablation procedures, such as \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/treatments\/maze-procedure\/\">maze<\/a>\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hybrid ablation &#8211; a combined surgical and catheter ablation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/services\/watchman-device\">Left atrial appendage closure<\/a> \u2014 implant of the Watchman or AtriaClip device to reduce the risk of stroke<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cutting-edge-surgical-interventions\">Cutting-edge Surgical Interventions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute Heart Rhythm Center electrophysiologists work closely with <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/programs\/cardiothoracic-surgery\">Norton Cardiothoracic Surgery<\/a> to offer the latest in surgical correction for heart arrhythmias like A-fib. Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute\u2019s three board-certified and fellowship-trained cardiothoracic surgeons are experienced in advanced open-heart surgery, such as heart bypass and valve replacement, as well as in minimally invasive, robotic-assisted procedures on the heart, lungs and other organs in the chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute team is the only healthcare provider in Louisville to offer a hybrid ablation procedure, a minimally invasive surgical treatment which combines the best of electrophysiology and cardiac surgery treatments to help restore a normal heart rhythm for longtime arrhythmia sufferers, including patients with structural heart disease that has not responded to other treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-norton-heart-amp-vascular-institute\">About Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute offers advanced care at all of our adult-service hospitals to save hearts and lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-awards-and-accreditations\">Awards and Accreditations<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row my-5 justify-content-center align-items-center\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"211\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonadultstg.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Chest-Pain-Center.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-978421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Chest-Pain-Center.png 150w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Chest-Pain-Center-107x150.png 107w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"157\" height=\"211\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonadultstg.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Cath-Lab.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-978420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Cath-Lab.png 157w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Seal-Heart-ACOC-Cath-Lab-112x150.png 112w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 157px) 100vw, 157px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"211\" height=\"211\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nde_25.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1160383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nde_25.png 211w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nde_25-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 211px) 100vw, 211px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"211\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/gold-plus-badge-150x211-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1163192\" style=\"width:170px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/gold-plus-badge-150x211-1.png 150w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/gold-plus-badge-150x211-1-107x150.png 107w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"162\" height=\"211\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dnv-gl.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1160384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dnv-gl.png 162w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/dnv-gl-115x150.png 115w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 162px) 100vw, 162px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-copd-badge-2025-26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1169656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-copd-badge-2025-26.png 250w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-copd-badge-2025-26-150x142.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"262\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-heart-bypass-badge-2025-26.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1169668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-heart-bypass-badge-2025-26.png 250w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-heart-bypass-badge-2025-26-143x150.png 143w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-6 col-lg-2\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"260\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-pacemaker-badge-2025-26.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1169669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-pacemaker-badge-2025-26.png 250w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/usnwr-pacemaker-badge-2025-26-144x150.png 144w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Five of Norton Healthcare\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonadultstg.wpenginepowered.com\/location\/?type=570\">adult-service hospitals<\/a>&nbsp;in Louisville have received Chest Pain Center accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Audubon Hospital has been named a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonadultstg.wpenginepowered.com\/news\/best-cardiology-hospitals\">HeartCare Center National Distinction of Excellence<\/a>&nbsp;year after year by the American College of Cardiology. This is the only hospital in Louisville to be recognized for this distinction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Audubon Hospital, Norton Brownsboro Hospital and Norton Hospital all are recognized as having ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI accreditation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Audubon Hospital earned ventricular assist device accreditation from DNV and the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three of Norton Healthcare\u2019s adult-service hospitals have received the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Norton Audubon Hospital received Gold Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Brownsboro Hospital received Gold Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Hospital received Silver Plus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-leading-the-region-in-advanced-care\"><strong>Leading the Region in Advanced Care<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Norton Healthcare is recognized by U.S. News &amp; World Report on its \u201cBest Hospitals\u201d list as No. 1 in the Louisville area, with \u201chigh performing\u201d ratings in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart bypass surgery and pacemaker implantation through Norton Heart &amp; Vascular Institute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First in Louisville to implant a dual-chamber leadless pacemaker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First in Louisville to use PASCAL and MitraClip to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/treatments\/mitral-valve-repair\/\">replace and repair heart valves<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First health care system in Louisville to offer CathWorks FFRangio System in a minimally invasive procedure used to treat clogged arteries and advance heart disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highest survival rate in the nation for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/programs\/heart-failure\/\">extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) interventions<\/a>\u00a0for treating heart failure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Among the highest survival rates in the nation for treatment of cardiogenic shock in heart failure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 100 transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) procedures performed for heart disease patients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>System with the most facilities across the city of Louisville with the ability treat a life-threatening heart attack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More than 100 board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers with specialized heart and vascular training and experience at nearly 30 locations in Louisville and Southern Indiana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comprehensive-heart-care-for-the-whole-person\">Comprehensive Heart Care for the Whole Person<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/heart-and-vascular-care\/patient-resources\">Norton Heart &amp; 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