Pediatric Electrophysiology
The pediatric electrophysiology program at OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois provides a range of tests and treatments for any heart rhythm issues, including those linked to congenital heart disease. From heart rhythm issues and congenital heart disease to complex cases with devices and ablations, we've got you covered. You can trust us to provide compassionate care and expert support when you need it most.
What is Electrophysiology?
Electrophysiology is the study of the heart's electrical system, which controls how the heart beats. Pediatric electrophysiologists find and treat problems that cause irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). This helps children have a healthy, steady heartbeat.
Conditions We Treat
We treat a wide range of heart conditions, from common to complex.
- Atrial fibrillation and flutter
- Brugada syndrome
- Heart block
- Long QT syndrome
- Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
- Ventricular tachycardia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome
Noninvasive Electrophysiology Services
We offer a wide range of advanced heart monitoring and follow-up services to ensure the best care for your child.
- Device clinics: Pacemaker, ICD and ILR evaluations and follow-ups
- Electrocardiograms (ECG): Standard 12- and 15-lead ECGs to assess heart rhythm
- Event monitors: Wireless devices to capture intermittent arrhythmias
- Exercise stress testing: Treadmill and stationary bicycle testing for heart function assessment
- Holter monitoring: Wireless, ambulatory monitoring for continuous rhythm tracking
- Hypoallergenic options: Monitoring for patients with sensitive skin
- Remote monitoring: Ongoing pacemaker, ICD and ILR monitoring from home
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Why Choose Us
Whether you're looking for a consultation or a second opinion, we’re here to meet your child’s unique needs.
Our commitment to you includes:
- Offering advanced care for adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD)
- Participating in national quality programs through the American College of Cardiology’s ICD and IMPACT registries
- Providing second opinions for complex repeat EP ablations
- Using innovative techniques for placing and managing heart devices
Interventional Cardiology vs. Electrophysiology
Both interventional cardiology and electrophysiology help keep hearts healthy, but they do so in different ways.
Interventional cardiology deals with blood flow problems in the heart. This includes procedures like placing stents to open blocked arteries and improve blood flow.
Electrophysiology focuses on the heart’s electrical system, which controls your heartbeat. Electrophysiologists diagnose and treat heart rhythm issues, such as arrhythmias, to help keep your heart beating steadily.
Ask for a Referral
Ask your child's cardiologist to refer you to a pediatric electrophysiologist at OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois. Browse our directory of pediatric electrophysiologists.
