Atrial Fibrillation and You
Understanding It
Treating It

So you've been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation?
(also known as "A Fib" or simply "AF")

Do you know someone who has atrial fibrillation? Do you simply want more information? You are not alone. Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disturbance in the United States; it is the main reason for over one and a half million hospitalizations per year. It has been estimated that well over 2 million Americans have atrial fibrillation, with approximately 160,000 new cases each year. It is a growing problem.

Several years ago, recognizing the extent of this troubling disorder, we established the UCSF Atrial Arrhythmia Center. Its mission is to coordinate the care of patients with atrial fibrillation, develop insights into mechanism, and forge new modes of therapy. The UCSF Atrial Arrhythmia Center allows us to focus efforts on research, patient care, and education related to this most common of all cardiac arrhythmias.

We are fortunate at UCSF Medical Center to have a highly motivated team of caregivers who are experts in their areas and who work together to carry out the mission of the UCSF Atrial Arrhythmia Center. The production of this website is in keeping with our belief that knowledge and education are an essential part of treating any illness. This website is one part of the UCSF Atrial Arrhythmia Center's ongoing commitment to you, the patient.