Geisinger Medical Center opens new lab for advanced heart rhythm care

DANVILLE, Pa. - A new, state-of-the-art Electrophysiology (EP) Lab is now open at Geisinger Medical Center, expanding access to advanced heart rhythm care for patients across the region.

Located in the Hospital for Advanced Medicine, the new EP lab will support timely diagnosis and treatment of complex heart rhythm conditions in a modern, highly specialized environment. The addition brings Geisinger's invasive cardiology services to six fully operational labs, including three cardiac catheterization labs and three dedicated electrophysiology labs, helping reduce wait times and meet growing patient demand.

"This new EP lab enhances how we care for patients with heart rhythm conditions-combining advanced technology with specialized expertise to deliver safer procedures, better outcomes, and a more seamless care experience," said Pugazhendhi Vijayaraman, M.D., system chief, clinical electrophysiology.

As the need for electrophysiology services continues to rise, the expanded EP platform makes sure patients can receive specialized care closer to home. Geisinger is also recruiting more electrophysiology physicians, further strengthening its ability to serve patients quickly and effectively.

Electrophysiology focuses on diagnosing and treating abnormal heart rhythms that can cause symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, or fainting. The new lab supports a full range of advanced procedures, using the latest technology to enhance precision, safety, and patient outcomes.

"Our community is at the center of all we do, and this investment reflects our commitment to our patients," said George Ruiz, M.D., system chair, cardiology. "By expanding access to advanced electrophysiology services, we're reducing barriers to care, shortening wait times, and ensuring patients can receive high quality cardiac treatment without having to travel outside of the region."

To learn more about heart and vascular care at Geisinger, visit geisinger.org/heartcare.

About Geisinger

Geisinger is among the nation's leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in rural and urban communities across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the nonprofit system generates $9 billion in annual revenues across more than 130 care sites - including 10 hospital campuses - and Geisinger Health Plan, with 509,000+ enrollees in commercial and government plans. Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 600 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,600 clinical research studies. With 28,000 employees, including 1,900 employed physicians and 5,400 registered nurses, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania's largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $18 billion on the state's economy. In 2024, Geisinger joined Risant Health, a nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.