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The question centered on the term CONSIDERED and then IF not Why not. Thru my personal experiences in conversations with cardiology patients I have come to the realization that considerations often are determined more by by the ability of the practices involved than the procedures currently available. Referral are not always resorted to or suggested, unfortunately. Furthermore it has become necessary for the patient to be very pro active. Read and gain as much knowledge as one can regarding the medical issue being addressed. Ask questions. Be informed as much as possible. Yes, RESPONSIBILITY pertains to the patient as well! It is of help to the Cardiologist as well as the patient.

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Our questions remain unanswered. In your "proffered" question, who did you think should have "considered" ablation and Watchman? To whom could I have put your question?

@ltssjs- I would wholeheartely agree with you that the responsibility of the patient has become far more pro active. We have a wonderful hospital here where I live with an excellent heart center, but it took an 2nd opinion at Mayo Phoenix to get results of more extensive tests that were needed to better understand my health issues and proper treatment plan. Jim@thankful