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Ben
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In Electrophysiology, what is the most challenging part of the job??
Specifically for cardiovascular mapping, I'm interested in pursuing this field but unsure if it's right for me.
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Gurpreet Lally
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Hi Ben,
It looks like you're still waiting on an answer, and while I'm not an electrophysiologist, I've done some research that might help. According to the articles and threads I've looked at, some of the most challenging parts of the job tend to be:
- Long procedures: procedure time for this speciality tends to be far higher than for others, which can be mentally and physically taxing
- Complicated procedures: because the procedures are harder, there is a higher likelihood of a bad outcome
- Competition: it's a competitive field with limited openings (I saw someone mention this, but I would do further research on this topic)
- Technology: it can be difficult to keep abreast of the developments and new technology being introduced to the field
It looks like you're still waiting on an answer, and while I'm not an electrophysiologist, I've done some research that might help. According to the articles and threads I've looked at, some of the most challenging parts of the job tend to be:
- Long procedures: procedure time for this speciality tends to be far higher than for others, which can be mentally and physically taxing
- Complicated procedures: because the procedures are harder, there is a higher likelihood of a bad outcome
- Competition: it's a competitive field with limited openings (I saw someone mention this, but I would do further research on this topic)
- Technology: it can be difficult to keep abreast of the developments and new technology being introduced to the field
Jim Bengtson
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Hi Ben,
I am an interventional cardiologist. I agree with Gurpreet's answer. Another hard part of the long procedures is wearing a heavy lead vest and apron for many hours. Many of my colleagues have had chronic neck and back problems because of this; some have even required surgery.
Feel free to contact me if you have other questions about this topic.
Jim
I am an interventional cardiologist. I agree with Gurpreet's answer. Another hard part of the long procedures is wearing a heavy lead vest and apron for many hours. Many of my colleagues have had chronic neck and back problems because of this; some have even required surgery.
Feel free to contact me if you have other questions about this topic.
Jim