Emad F. Aziz D.O., M.B., CH.B.

Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

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Professor of Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Section Chief of Cardiac Electrophysiology. Dr. Aziz is managing a very busy electrophysiology service performing more than 700 electrophysiology procedures annually. These included a variety of every electrophysiology cases from all device implantations (Pacemakers, implantable and subcutaneous defibrillators and Cardiac Resynchronization devices) to all complex ablations (with extensive ablation experience for paroxysmal and persistent atrial fibrillation, Supraventricular tachycardia, Lariat left atrial Closure device, and ventricular tachycardia for idiopathic, ischemic and non-ischemic hearts). He is one of the leading laser lead extractor, performing the most difficult cases with a great success record. Recently was named to the Stereotaxis CENTURY club, which recognizes the top robotic navigation ablation experts in the nation. Dr. Aziz is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, the American Osteopathic Board of Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology. He attended the Faculty of Medicine of Alexandria University in Egypt and the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Westbury, NY. Dr. Aziz completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowships in Cardiology and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center along with a fellowship in Advanced Heart Failure at Montefiore-Einstein Heart Institute. He also run a very robust research department as the director of the ACAP cardiac research program (which consist of 12 novel state of the art clinical management pathways with all their databases) publishing more than 130 abstracts and 80 manuscripts and book chapters. He is currently the principle investigator for 12 national and international electrophysiology trials including RESPONT-CRT (Sorin), RAID (NIH), VEST (Zoll Medical Corporation), SDD for ICD (St. Jude Medical), GLORIA-AF (Boehringer Inglheim Pharmaceuticals), MADIT-PARS, NAVISTAR THERMoCOOL and on the advisory board for multiple device companies (Biotronik, Sorin and Barclay’s). He is named in the NEW YORK TOP PHYSICIAN SUPER DOCTORS published by the New York Times for the past six years and is a fellow of the heart rhythm society joining the elite physicians in the field of electrophysiology.

Education and Training

College of Osteopathic Medicine - New York Institute of Technology

Alexandria School of Medicine MB. CHB 1989

Board Certification

Adolescent Medicine (Internal Medicine)

Cardiovascular Disease (Internal Medicine)

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (Internal Medicine)

American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine

American Osteopathic Board of Cardiology

American Osteopathic Board of Electrophysiology

Spectranetics Laser CVX-300 Lead Management

Basic Cardiovascular Life Support certified

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certified

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist RCIS

Provider Details

Male Spanish, Arabic 22 years of experience

Emad F. Aziz D.O., M.B., CH.B.

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Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOAC's)
The novel drugs are called dabigatran (Pradaxa), rivaroxaban (Xarelto), apixaban (Eliquis), and edoxaban (Lixiana). The trade names are those in parenthesis. Edoxaban was the most recent drug studied and was the subject of the Engage AF TIMI 48 trial (4).First, your insurance provider might have a...
Questions About Heart Rate
1. What is a heart rate? What does it indicate, and why is it important?Heart rate (HR) is the number of heart beats calculated per minute. The heart is the source of life in the human body, so it is a very busy organ, working 24/7 with a total of about 80,000-110,000 beats per day. The average...
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is the most common irregular heart rhythm abnormality. It is caused by abnormal electrical signals that are causing the heart to beat irregularly and usually very fast.Symptoms of atrial fibrillation are palpitations (racing heart, skipped beats, and irregular heartbeats), chest...

Is a carotid doppler ultrasound painful?
No READ MORE
High heart rate while exercising. Should I be concerned?
Maximum heart rate is calculated as 220-your current age so if you are 40 years old your predicated maximum heart rate is 220-40=180 beat-per-minute and most people would reach 85% of their maximum heart rate with no issue and health people can reach 100% of that as well. READ MORE
What's involved in an EP study?
Intracardiac electrophysiology study (EPS) is a test to look at how well the heart's electrical signals are working. It is used to check for abnormal heartbeats or heart rhythms. Wire electrodes are placed in the heart to do this test. These electrodes measure electrical activity in the heart. The procedure is done in a hospital laboratory. The staff will include a cardiologist, technicians, and nurses. To have this study: -Your groin and/or neck area will be cleaned and numbing medicine (anesthetic) will be applied to the skin. -The cardiologist will then place several IVs (called sheaths) into the groin or neck area. Once these IVs are in place, wires or electrodes can be passed through the sheaths into your body. -The doctor uses moving X-ray images to guide the catheter into the heart and place the electrodes in the right places. -The electrodes pick up the heart's electrical signals. -Electrical signals from the electrodes may be used to make the heart skip beats or produce an abnormal heart rhythm. This can help the doctor understand more about what is causing the abnormal heart rhythm or where in the heart it is starting. You may also be given medicines that may also be used for the same purpose. READ MORE
How does an ECG diagnose atrial fibrillation?
Atrial premature complexes (irregular heart beats from the atrium) are usually precursor to atrial fibrillation, so having so many of them is alarming. As a matter of fact studies have shown APCs >70/hour are considered as risky as atrial fibrillation and should be managed accordingly with anticoagulant to prevent stroke. READ MORE
Can I drink coffee before my echocardiogram?
There is no interaction between coffee drinking and echocardiography. It utilizes ultrasound waves that are not affected by coffee. READ MORE
High heart rate after MRI. Is this normal?
I am not sure it was related! it could be coincidence of you might have been anxious enough that you raised your heart rate unconsciously or because of increase of your sympathetic tone (high adrenaline levels) which at times can unmask undiagnosed abnormal rhythms. READ MORE
What is the treatment for arrhythmia?
Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) is a very generic term and a need to be more specific. There are multiple causes for arrhythmia. That can range from abnormalities in the rhythm of the upper chamber the heart which can be further classified to atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter which are quivering of the left atrium of the heart or a more regular fast rhythms which are summarized as supraventricular tachycardias. There also tachycardias that originate from the lower chamber the heart which could also be a regular some of them are single premature contractions which we call in short PVCs or even ventricular tachycardia. All these tachycardias can have very effective therapies once diagnosed my suggestion is to see and electrophysiologist who then will order an event monitor for up to 30 days to be able to capture the arrhythmia and then establish a management plan for mom. Most common arrhythmia that happen and elderly is atrial fibrillation with an incidence of about 20 to 25% in that case blood thinners are prescribed and the option of medical management furthers catheter-based management which called ablation procedure can be offered READ MORE
How is atrial fibrillation monitored?
Atrial fibrillation particularly when it is paroxysmal (Twice / year) need to be monitoring longitudinally (Prolonged monitoring). This is typically done by utilizing an implantable loop recorder (a small computer chip that is injected under the skin, that typically has a 3 year battery) READ MORE
What does a cardiac electrophysiologist do?
A cardiac electrophysiologist is a physician who specializes in the electrical abnormalities of the heart mainly abnormal heart rhythms. These can include abnormal rhythms originating from the upper chambers of the heart typically called supraventricular tachycardias such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or any reentrant circuits that can cause abnormal rhythms. Or abnormal rhythms from the lower chambers of the heart that are called ventricular tachycardias. Electrophysiologists also can perform catheter ablations to eliminate some of these abnormal rhythms or implant subcutaneous devices like pacemakers or defibrillators to help regulate and control any heart arrhythmias. READ MORE
Do we need to visit a cardiologist for treating arrhythmia?
For any heart arrhythmias, it is preferable to see a specialized cardiologist, these are called cardiac electrophysiologist which are doctors that specializes in any abnormal heart rhythm and can guide your dad through management. Management for irregular rhythm can range from adding special medications called antiarrhythmic drugs to implanting devices to regulate the heart rhythm or performing a specialized catheter procedure which is called an ablation procedure to eliminate any of these abnormal rhythms. READ MORE
What causes irregular heartbeats?
"Irregular heartbeats" is a very generic term and could mean abnormalities in the heart rhythm from either the upper or lower chamber the heart. Certainly, your mom will need to be evaluated by an electrophysiologist who can then order an event monitor, which will allow him to precisely evaluate what kind of abnormal rhythm your mom had. After that, he can structure a plan for management. READ MORE
Does constant coughing indicate a heart problem?
Unlikely. The most common cause of night coughing is because of postnasal drip (dripping of mucous in the back of the throat from the sinuses). It typically indicates chronic fluid accumulation in the nasal sinus (you might need to be checked by an ENT physician). That being said, certainly patients with heart failure or weakness of the heart muscle who retain fluids can have nocturnal orthopnea (shortness of breath at night). READ MORE
Why does my health tracker show high heart rate even while I am resting?
What is high heart rate? Is it above 100? If so, this is not normal and you might need to have some blood tests checked like thyroid function, anemia, etc. READ MORE
My mother has an arrhythmia. How will it be monitored?
There are different ways for monitoring arrhythmia (which is a very generic name for abnormal rhythm). Intermittent monitors like a 24/48 H Holters, 30-day event monitors, or implantable long-term monitors like the Medtronic Linq or Biotronic BioMonitor-II. READ MORE
I am experiencing a shortness of breath while walking. Should I get my ECG done?
It certainly would help to have an ECG for initial evaluation. However, depending on your age and risk factors for heart disease you might need to be checked by a cardiologist who might ask you to perform a stress testing for further evaluation. READ MORE
How does wine strengthen the heart?
There are a lot of conflicting studies about the risk and benefits of alcohol intake. Certainly, moderation is the key. This means an average of one to two drinks per day for men and one drink per day for women. (A drink is one 12 oz. beer, 4 oz. of wine, 1.5 oz. of 80-proof spirits, or 1 oz. of 100-proof spirits.) Red wine in general is thought to be healthier because it contains antioxidative components like resveratrol, proanthocyanidine, quarcetin, etc. and these active components exert protective functions like free radical scavenging effects, decreasing the oxidative stress and reducing the inflammatory atherosclerotic lesions. That been said, drinking more alcohol increases such dangers as alcoholism, high blood pressure, obesity, stroke, breast cancer, suicide and accidents. READ MORE
What is cardiac cachexia? Is it fatal?
Cardiac cachexia is a condition that can happen to people who have heart failure. It means you lose a serious amount of body fat, muscle, and bone. Doctors often call this “body wasting.” Once it begins, you can’t reverse it simply by eating more. It’s a complex disorder that has to do with the way your body absorbs and uses the nutrients and calories you eat. The condition also has serious effects on many parts of the body, including the digestive tract, lungs, and heart, and the body’s ability to make blood cells. You will need an expert heart failure specialist who work closely with a nutritionist to help tackle this issue. READ MORE
Can my body reject a pacemaker?
No. This is very, very rare. Since the introduction of implantable pacemakers in the 1950's, there has been less than a handful of pacemaker rejections. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of a weak heart?
Weak heart typically means a weakness in the left lower chamber in the heart (Left Ventricle), which is the main pumping chamber of the heart. This is also called "Heart Failure." People with weak hearts tend to feel fatigue easily, shortness of breath during minimal exertion, and swelling of the legs caused by water retention. READ MORE
Why am I not able to exercise too fast on the treadmill?
The question is why do you want to run very fast? There are so many studies that suggest enduring exercise can be actually very harmful to the heart because it can cause unwanted upper chamber dilation, which in turn can cause arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation. So, moderation is best! READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Atrial Fibrillation ManagmentVentricular Tachycardia ManagamentSyncopeImplantable cardiac Devices (Pacemakers, Defibrillators, Biventricular Devices)Leadless Pacemaker ImplantationLaser Lead ExtractionAdvanced Device Therapy for Sleep Apnea Cardioneuroablation

Faculty Titles & Positions

Faculty of the Egyptian Society of Cardiology -
Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking; Upcoming Lecutres in Greece and Spain for the European Society of Cardiology -
On Board for the following Journals: European Journal of Medical Research, International Journal of Clinical Medicine, World Journal of Cardiovascular, Disease, Transtitional Medicine and Research Journal of Health Care Quality, Progress in Cardiovascula -
Preceptor, Department of Cardiology St. Joseph’s School of Cardiovascular Technology Paterson, NJ 07503 1993 - 1994
Chief Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 1994 - 2000
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Research Coordinator St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 1995 - 1999
MI Team, Senior Member St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 2001 - 2004
Preceptor, Department of internal medicine New York Collage of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM) Old Westbury, NY 11568 2001 - 2004
Clinical Instructor; Department of Medicin St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital center New York, NY 10025 2004 - 2011
Creator and Coordinator St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 2004 - Present
Fellow Hypertension Task Force St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 2005 - 2011
Director ACAP Cardiac Research Program Mount Sinai St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 2006 - 2019
Mentor AOA/AOF American Osteopathic Foundation AOA/AOF Mentor Exchange 2011 - Present
Clinical Instructor New York College of Osteopathic Medicine Old Westbury, NY 11568 2011 - 2012
Assistant Professor of medicine Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York, NY 10023 2011 - 2014
Director Electrophysiology Research Mount Sinai St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital center New York, NY 10025 2011 - 2019
Attending Physicia Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital center New York, NY 10025 2011 - Present
Preceptor & Mentor Macaulay Honors College New York, NY 10023 2011 - Present
Preceptor The City College of New York New York, NY 10031 2012 - Present
Associate Professor of Medicine Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai New York, NY 10023 2015 - Present
Visiting Attending Mount Sinai Hospital New York, NY 10023 2015 - Present
Director Cardiovascular Research Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and West Hospitals New York, NY 10025 2019 -
Director Electrophysiology Fellowship Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and West Hospitals New York, NY 10025 2014 - 2019
Associate Director Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and West Hospitals New York, NY 10025 2017 - 2019
Section Chief Cardiac Electrophysiology Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and West Hospitals New York, NY 10025 2017 - 2019
Professor of Medicine Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Newark, NJ 07103 2019 - Present
Section Chief Cardiac Electrophysiology Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Newark, NJ 07103 2019 - Present
Director Arrhythmia Institute University Hospital Newark, NJ 07103 2019 - Present

Awards

New York Times Magazine in New York Super Doctors Rising Stars 2013
Top Arab Doctors Award 2012
Winner of the 10th Annual Joan Barber Memorial Research Award 2010
Winner of the Jay N. Cohn New Investigator Clinical and Integrative Physiology Award 2009
Top teaching Student Award, by APEP class
Heart Rhythm Society Meeting Award
Super Doctors 2018 New York TImes Magazine

Professional Memberships

Heart Rhythm Society (Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society)
Cardiac Electrophysiology Society
Egyptian Society of Cardiology (ESc)
American Heart Association (AHA)
American College of Cardiology (Fellow of the American College of Cardiology)
American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA)
American College of Osteopathic Internists (ACOI)
American Academy of Osteopathic Medicine (AAO)
Egyptian American Medical Society (EAMS) (President 2016-2018)
National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA)
AOIA Osteopathic Political Action Committee Chairman’s Circle (AOIA-OPAC)
Council of Quality of Care and Outcomes Research American Heart Association (QCOR-AHA)

Fellowships

St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 n Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology 2011
St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center New York, NY 10025 Cardiology 2009

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

President of the Egyptian American Medical Society

Treatments

Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Tachycardia, Heart Failure, Syncope, Lase Lead Extraction

Internships

St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia University Affiliate (Cardiac Electrophysiology)

Fellowships

St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, Columbia University Affiliate; Montifiore Hospital (Heart Failure)

Professional Society Memberships

American Heart Association, European Heart Rhythm Association, European Society of Cardiology, American College of Osteopathic Internists, American Osteopathic Association, American Academy of Osteopathy, Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals, National Arab American Medical Association, American Osteopathic Information Association- Osteopathic Political Action Committee, American Heart

Professional Affiliations

Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolIcahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Articles and Publications

40 Manuscripts, 120 Abstracts, 19 Book Chapters Published

What do you attribute your success to?

His persistence and perseverance in pursuing his goals to provide clean, high tech, efficient delivery of clinical services to inpatient and outpatient. His dedication to high quality management of populations with complex medical and social needs. He analyzes healthcare delivery problems. Also his rigorous data collection and analysis to understand utilization patterns such as gaps in care, outliers in cost, quality measures, and case-mix adjustment.

Areas of research

Investigates for many national and international multi-center studies involving new technologies and strategies for management of arrhythmia patients. In addition, through the development of novel pathways for cardiac patient management and their implementation. This is the goal of the ACAP cardiac research program and databases, to develop new ways to close the gap in management and lead to better patients? outcomes.

Philanthropic Initiatives

President of Egyptian American Medical Society, raied more than $ 500,000 for Magdey Yacoub Heart Center in Aswan, and 57357 Children Hospitals.Managed a 23 Million Dollars donation by the Prince of Kuwait Al Sabah, to build the Al-Sabah Arrhythmia Institute.

Teaching and speaking

Hobbies / Sports

Reading, Tennis, and Soccer

Favorite professional publications

JAMA, JCE, JACC, HRJ, Europace, Heart, Circulation, Arrythmia

Areas of research

Investigates for many national and international multi-center studies involving new technologies and strategies for management of arrhythmia patients. In addition, through the development of novel pathways for cardiac patient management and their implementation. This is the goal of the ACAP cardiac research program and databases, to develop new ways to close the gap in management and lead to better patients outcomes.

Emad F. Aziz D.O., M.B., CH.B.'s Practice location

Emad F. Aziz, DO, MBCHB, FACC, FHRS

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Newark, NJ 07103

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