Why Choose Us
At BayCare, you’ll find all the heart care services you need, especially for the most common heart rhythm disorder – atrial fibrillation (AFib). From advanced diagnostic cardiac tests to complex procedures and surgeries, our Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Center gives you convenient access to the high-quality care that we’ve provided to our communities for more than 27 years.
What is a Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Center?
Our comprehensive center offers easy access to AFib care while providing the highest quality medical outcomes and exceptional patient experience. We have a diverse team of specialists who develop individualized, patient-centered care plans that focus on shared decision-making while meeting each patient's unique needs. Services include:
- Diagnostics including echocardiography, electrocardiography, and external and implanted heart rhythm monitoring devices (Holter monitors and loop recorders), cardiac MRI, and stress testing
- Detailed AFib education
- Lifestyle and fitness recommendations
- Care coordination of:
- Consultation with an electrophysiologist
- Rate and rhythm control medication management
- Stroke reduction medications
- Left atrial appendage closure devices like WATCHMAN, Amulet Amplatzer, and AtriClip
- Ablation treatments including surgical, catheter-based (including pulse field ablation), hybrid, and AV node
- Electrical cardioversion
- Referral to cardiothoracic surgery or cardiology
- Care coordination for related conditions like:
- Blood pressure (hypertension)
- Diabetes
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Mental health counseling
- Nutrition education and weight loss
- Clinical research study opportunities
Becoming a Patient
Many patients are referred to the Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Center by a physician such as an emergency room doctor, cardiologist or primary care physician, but a referral isn’t required. Whether you’re in the early process of being diagnosed, recently learned you have AFib or have had AFib for years, we’re here to help. To find out if our center is right for you, call us at (844) 260-7161, Option 2.
Find a Location Near You
Comprehensive Atrial Fibrillation Center
at Cheek-Powell Heart and Vascular Pavilion
Morton Plant Hospital
455 Pinellas St.
Suite 250
Clearwater, FL 33756
(844) 260-7161, Option 2
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8am-5pm