--- title: "Electrophysiology Services at Sutter Health" description: "Heartbeat irregularities, called arrhythmias, can lead to a variety of serious health conditions. We offer a full spectrum of electrophysiology services to diagnose and treat nearly every condition affecting the heart’s electrical system." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/electrophysiology" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Electrophysiology # Electrophysiology Heartbeat irregularities, called arrhythmias, can lead to a variety of serious health conditions. We offer a full spectrum of electrophysiology services to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the heart’s electrical system. [Find a cardiologist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Electrophysiology%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? The heart relies on electrical impulses to beat. When those are interrupted, your heart can develop an irregular beat called an arrhythmia.  Our specially trained cardiologists called electrophysiologists use advanced equipment to diagnose the source of the [irregular heart rhythm](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/heart-palpitations-what-to-know-about-thumps-flutters-and-skipped-beats). At Sutter, we use a number of minimally invasive methods, including cardiac ablation and Watchman™ implants, that help protect your heart and prevent stroke.  ## By the numbers ### 325+ Heart and Vascular Specialists provide award-winning cardiovascular care to adults and children. ### 5 Cardiac Surgery Centers are the foundation of our cardiovascular program — one of the largest in the country. ### 800+ Heart Transplants provided since being the first hospital in Greater Sacramento to perform one. ### 7 Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for heart attack and heart failure care. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Acute Myocardial Infarction - Atrial Fibrillation - Cardiac Arrhythmia ## Treatments - Ablation - Antiarrhythmic Drug Therapy - Anticoagulation - Biventricular pacemaker placement - Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) - Cardioversion - Cardioverter-Defibrillator - Implantable cardioverter placement - Implantable Loop Recorder - Maze Procedure - Pacemaker - Watchman Device Implant ![female-doctor-looking-at-the-screen](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/female-doctor-looking-at-the-screen.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Electrophysiology research Cardiac electrophysiology is the study of the heart's electrical activity. An electrocardiogram (ECG) can detect various arrhythmic conditions like bradycardia, tachycardia and atrial fibrillation. [View Clinical Trials](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Electrophysiology%22%5D%7D%5D&query=%22Cardiovascular+Diseases%22&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ![female-doctor-looking-at-the-screen](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/female-doctor-looking-at-the-screen.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Heart Palpitations: What To Know](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/heart-palpitations-what-to-know-about-thumps-flutters-and-skipped-beats) Heart flutters and thumps can be scary, but they’re usually nothing to worry about. Health & wellness ### [Early Signs of a Heart Attack](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/early-signs-of-a-heart-attack) Learn which symptoms you shouldn't ignore. Health & wellness ### [Inflammation: The real cause of heart Attacks](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/inflammation-the-real-cause-of-heart-attacks) Inflammation in your arteries can lead to a heart attack. Learn how to protect your arteries and lower your risk. ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Watchman Implant Gives Winemaker Cause To Celebrate ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/watchman-implant-gives-winemaker-cause-to-celebrate-1042868321) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Frequently asked questions **What’s the most common type of arrhythmia?** Atrial fibrillation (also called AF and AFib) is the most common form of irregular heartbeat that affects more than 3 million people in the United States. It’s most common in older adults, especially those with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, heart failure and obesity. **What causes atrial fibrillation (AFib)?** AFib occurs when the electrical signals of your upper heart chambers (the atria) begin to misfire, causing erratic, uncoordinated pumping. This can lead to an increased chance of stroke and heart failure. **Who’s eligible for a Watchman?** Across Sutter, we offer Watchman™, a nonsurgical implant device that helps treat atrial fibrillation. You may be eligible for Watchman™ if you: - Can take warfarin but need an alternative to long-term blood thinners - Have no other reason to take blood thinners - Don’t have a heart valve issue - Have less than two risk factors for stroke (e.g., age 55+, diabetes, prior stroke, etc.). **What are the benefits of stereotaxis?** Stereotaxis is a robotic system that lets your doctor treat complex heart problems and abnormal heart rhythms. Doctors use this advanced technology to reach remote areas of the heart that are otherwise difficult, if not impossible, to access. Potential benefits of stereotaxis include: - 44% less exposure to X-ray radiation due to shorter procedure times - Lower risk of major cardiac adverse events - Reduced likelihood of referral to more invasive open-heart surgical procedures - More readily available treatment of highly complex conditions, such as atrial arrhythmias, ventricular tachycardias and congenital heart disease   ## Electrophysiology care for heart rhythm conditions Get care at Sutter, where specialists offer targeted treatments to regulate your heartbeat and lower risk. 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