Rodrigo C. Chan, MD
Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
6750 E Baywood Ave 301 Mesa AZ, 85206About
Dr. Rodrigo Chan is a Cardiac Electrophysicist practicing in Mesa, AZ. Dr. Chan performs testing procedures on patients hearts electrical system in order to assess timing and abnormalities associated with electrical activities of the heart. Adult Cardiac Electrophysiologists are trained to treat irregular heartbeats, and carry out electrophysiology studies or ablations.
Education and Training
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1983
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Provider Details
Clinical Trials
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Varicose Veins
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
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Get to know Cardiac Electrophysiologist Dr. Rodrigo C. Chan, who serves patients in Mesa, Arizona.
A committed cardiac electrophysiologist, Dr. Chan is a highly respected figure in his field, renowned for his unwavering dedication to advancing the treatment of heart disease. His contributions to the medical community are underscored by a portfolio of notable publications and a significant role in major clinical trials focused on catheter ablations and device implantation. In addition, he excels in the field of pacemaker and implantable cardiac defibrillator implantation and management, providing critical support to patients with cardiac conditions. His proficiency extends to procedures like electrical cardioversion and radiofrequency and cryoablation, particularly in the treatment of atrial fibrillation.
Back in the early days of his academic career, the doctor’s impressive academic journey included training at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine, where he completed rigorous Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowships.
An authority in his field, Dr. Chan is board-certified in cardiovascular medicine, clinical cardiac electrophysiology, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Among his other roles, his dedication to research led him to spend two significant years at Johns Hopkins University Hospital, where he conducted vital research in pacing and heart failure, further contributing to the advancement of cardiac medicine.
One of his groundbreaking achievements is being the first to successfully implant the smallest cardiac defibrillator, a testament to his pioneering spirit and commitment to cutting-edge healthcare solutions. As a frequent national lecturer, he has shared his wealth of knowledge through numerous presentations at prestigious medical forums, including the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiologists.
Clinical cardiac electrophysiology (also referred to as cardiac electrophysiology, arrhythmia services, or electrophysiology), is a branch of the medical specialty of cardiology and is concerned with the study and treatment of rhythm disorders of the heart. An electrophysiologist is a type of cardiologist. They focus on the heart’s timing, or electrical system, and on diagnosing and treating irregular heartbeats or arrhythmias. They are also qualified to perform special tests of the heart’s electrical system, such as an electrophysiology study or an ablation.
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