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About

Robert Helm, MD, FHRS, is a cardiologist and Director of the Cardiac Device Center at Boston Medical Center (BMC), as well as an Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine) and Radiology at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.

Dr. Helm specializes in cardiac electrophysiology and is an expert in atrial fibrillation (AF) and other arrhythmia disorders. He has been practicing for more than 15 years and has significant experience with cardiac resynchronization therapy and ablation procedures.

Dr. Helm's research focuses on improving risk assessment and treatment of AF. He is the author of a number of peer-reviewed publications, invited reviews, and book chapters.

  • Administrative Title

    Assistant Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine) and Radiology, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

  • Residency

    Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, 2000–2003

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