177 - Atrial Fibrillation (Dr. Aref Bin Abdulhak)

<p>Dr. Aref Bin Abdulhak, cardiologist, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss atrial fibrillation and left atrial appendage closure. They talk about what structural heart disease is, how the procedure lowers risk of bleeding, who is a candidate for left atrial appendage closure and more. <br/><br/>To learn more about St. Luke&apos;s Heart Care call (319) 364-7101 or visit https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/services-preventing-heart-disease.aspx<br/><br/>Do you have a question about a trending medical topic? Ask Dr. Arnold! Anything from COVID-19 to the latest technologies and procedures to general questions about a service provided at UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids. Submit your question and it may be answered by Dr. Arnold on the podcast! <br/><br/>Submit your questions at: https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/submit-a-question-for-the-mailbag.aspx </p>