The clinical discipline of managing heart rhythm disorders, cardiac electrophysiology
(EP) has significantly evolved over the past couple of decades.
Altru has recently completed construction of a modern
cardiac arrhythmia management laboratory within cardiology. With the development of this
suite, we can serve patients with heart rhythm disorders in a state-of-the-art facility.
To make a referral appointment, please call
701.780.6236.
Our Team
Our EP Team consists of a physician (Dr. Mevan Wijetunga), advanced practice providers, a dedicated care coordinator, clinical
and procedural nurses, registered cardiovascular specialists and cardiac
rhythm management nurses in the device clinic. As a team, we strive to
provide the best possible patient care for optimal patient outcomes. Our
collaborative approach extends to coordinating care with interventional
and non-invasive cardiology, congestive heart failure and structural heart
disease programs, cardiothoracic surgery, primary care providers, neurology,
emergency medicine and other specialties.
Our Services
Inpatient and outpatient consultations
Medical management and monitoring of patients with heart rhythm disorders
Monitoring of patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices
Tilt table study
Epinephrine/Procainamide Challenge tests
Transesophageal Echocardiography/Cardioversion
Electrophysiology Study
Catheter ablation of cardiac arrhythmias
Implantation of cardiac monitors (loop recorders), defibrillators and pacemakers,
including leadless pacemakers
Left atrial appendage closure
Common Diagnoses
Common diagnoses referred to arrhythmia service include:
