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My First TEE after My Watchman Implant

Travis Van Slooten |August 2, 2023 | Leave a Comment

my first TEE after my watchman implant

I had my Watchman implant put in on April 27, 2023. After you have a Watchman implant put in, there are three TEE’s that have to be done over the course of a year. This is a detailed post about my first TEE experience.

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My Third A-Fib Ablation Recovery (3-Month Blanking Period)

Travis Van Slooten |August 1, 2023 | Leave a Comment

normal sinus rhythm ekg

My third a-fib ablation was just a light touch up but there is a 3-month blanking period for any kind of ablation no matter how minor it is. These are my weekly updates during my recovery.

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Ask Me Anything About A-Fib on YouTube!

Travis Van Slooten |May 14, 2023 | Leave a Comment

I’ve been invited to do a live interview on YouTube on Monday, May 15th at 4:30 pm Central to discuss a-fib. This is an interactive interview so if you have questions you’ll be able to send in questions during the show so I can answer them.

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My Watchman Implant (and Third Ablation) Experience

Travis Van Slooten |May 1, 2023 | 8 Comments

me before the watchman implant procedure

Well, it is finally over. I am officially a Watchman implant recipient as of April 27, 2023, and I couldn’t be happier! Read all about my experience!

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My Second A-Fib Ablation Recovery (3-Month Blanking Period)

Travis Van Slooten |April 15, 2023 | 10 Comments

nsr ekg ecg

The three-month period following your ablation is called the “blanking period.” It is the time it takes for heart to fully recovery after the procedure. I update this post weekly with updates on my recovery.

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