Patient Resources
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Ablation Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation
This video discusses atrial fibrillation and causes of the condition. It also addresses what patients can expect before, during and after undergoing ablation procedures at Foothills Medical Center in Calgary, Alberta.
Ablation Procedure for Supraventricular Tachycardia
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a type of arrhythmia that causes a very fast or erratic heartbeat that affects the heart's upper chambers. In this educational video, learn about the condition, reasons for an SVT ablation, details of the procedure, and what to expect before, during and after an ablation at the Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta.
Learn to Cope With Your Cardiac Device
Dr. Sam Sears, a clinical psychologist and internationally recognized expert on the care of patients with implantable cardiac devices, provides tips for patients facing the challenge of living with these life-saving devices. Watch the following videos and click the link below to download a guide for cardiac device patients.
Coping With an ICD
Implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICDs) save lives, but can be difficult to learn to live with. International expert Dr. Sam Sears provides some tips for patients for coping with the difficulties that come along with receiving one of these life-saving devices.
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Developing Resiliency for ICD patients
Get some tips for developing resiliency in the face of this huge life change with Dr. Sam Sears, an internationally recognized clinical psychologist and expert on the care of patients with ICD devices.
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Facing Fears for ICD Patients
Get tips for facing your fears of living with an ICD and enjoy life to the fullest with Dr. Sam Sears, a clinical psychologist and internationally recognized expert on the care of patients with cardiac devices.
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