A new policy statement released by HRS underscores the importance of continual training and education for electrophysiologists performing catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF).

In this short interview, Dr Kenneth Ellenbogen (VCU School of Medicine, US) discusses the key recommendations within this policy statement to ensure a strong electrophysiology base and skillset to achieve the best outcomes in reducing patient's arrhythmia-related symptoms with catheter ablation.

Interview Questions:
1. What are the current unmet needs in atrial fibrillation management?
2. What are the unmet needs for electrophysiologists performing catheter ablation in AF?
3. What are the key recommendations in the new policy statement? 
4. What further study is needed in this area?
5. What are the challenges and opportunities in implementing these recommendations?

Source: HRS Policy Statement on Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation, Liu, Christopher F. et al.

Support: This is an independent interview conducted by Radcliffe Cardiology.

Recorded remotely from Virginia, 2024

Editor: Yazmin Sadik, Jordan Rance
Video Specialist: Dan Brent, David Ben-Harosh