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  • Alexander Ivanov, MD, is an Electrophysiologist at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Dr. Ivanov specializes in comprehensive management of cardiac arrhythmias, with expertise spanning evaluation of patients with palpitations, dizziness, and loss of consciousness to the prevention of sudden cardiac death. His clinical practice focuses on identifying the most effective treatment strategies for arrhythmia patients, emphasizing precision and long-lasting outcomes. He is among the electrophysiologists in the region performing advanced ablation procedures for atrial fibrillation, ventricular and supraventricular tachycardias, as well as device implantations such as pacemakers, implantable defibrillators, and biventricular pacemakers and defibrillators. Dr. Ivanov is also experienced in utilizing robotic technology to increase safety and accuracy in complex procedures.

    Philosophy of Care:

    Dr. Ivanov’s philosophy of care centers on treating the whole person, not just the heart. Care is guided by meticulous attention to detail, careful listening, and expert interpretation of diagnostic results. His approach emphasizes quality over quantity, with a strong commitment to patient-centered, individualized care.

    Clinical Interests:

    Cardiac electrophysiology, atrial fibrillation ablation, management of congestive heart failure.
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  • Medical School

    I. P. Pavlov First Medical Institute, St Petersburg, Russia

    Residency

    Hahnemann University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

    Fellowship

    Hahnemann University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Lankenau Hospital, Wynnewood, PA

    Internship

    City Hospital #20, St Petersburg, Russia

    Publications
    • Title:Electrocardiography
      Authors:Ivanov A, Burke JF, Kowey PR
      Publisher:In Essential Cardiology [ed. Clive Rosendorff. -- 1st ed.] Philadelphia: WB Saunders
      Date:2000
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    • Title:Intravascular Extraction of Infected Pacemaker and Defibrillator Leads: Our Experience of 288 Leads Over a 10-Year Period
      Authors:T. Padder, F Padder, B Kantharia, F Samuels, C. Saari, C. Baessler, M. Vrabel, A. Ivanov, S. Kutalek
      Publisher:TCT abstract, The American Journal of Cardiology
      Date:2000
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    • Title:Initial Experience With The Extraction Of Pacemaker And Defibrillator Leads Using Laser Sheaths As A Supplemental Device To Conventional Techniques: A Single Center Experience
      Authors:T. Padder, F. Padder, B Kantharia, F. Samuels, A. Ivanov, C. Baessler, M. Vrabel, S. Kutalek
      Publisher:Europace Supplements, Vol. 2
      Date:2001
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