Piedmont Heart Grand Rounds: How can patients with atrial fibrillation benefit from early evaluation and treatment? Piedmont electrophysiologists Dr. Sandeep Goyal and Dr. Michael Hoosien share case studies, examine clinical trial data and discuss the role of rhythm control to manage this chronic progressive disease. Learn more about Piedmont’s comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Clinic at piedmont.org/afib.

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The following planners, faculty, authors, reviewers, and others involved in the development of this enduring activity have declared NO relevant financial relationship: Joseph Miller MD, Sandeep Goyal MD, Michael Hoosien MD, and Traci Gordon. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated by Piedmont Healthcare.

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References

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