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Brian Olshansky, MD, Cardiology, Iowa City, IA, Hansen Family Hospital

BrianOlshanskyMDProfessor Emeritus

Cardiology • Iowa City, IA

Cardiac Electrophysiology

Clinical Electrophysiologist

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Summary

  • Brian Olshansky, MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS, a board certified clinical cardiac EP, is a tenured Professor Emeritus of Medicine at University of Iowa. Dr. Olshansky graduated from Carleton, completed his MD at University of Arizona, residency training in Internal Medicine at Bellevue/NYU, Cardiology Fellowship training at University of Iowa, and EP training at University of Alabama-Birmingham. He has been a faculty member at the University of Alabama, Case Western Reserve University and Loyola University before returning to The University of Iowa and has directed EP laboratories and training programs at Loyola University Medical Center and University of Iowa. Dr. Olshansky has expertise in the evaluation and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias using state-of-the-art techniques including: device implantation (pacemakers and defibrillators) and catheter ablation techniques, including treatment of atrial fibrillation and VT. He has expertise in issues regarding autonomic control of the heart. He is recognized for his work regarding the assessment of arrhythmia mechanisms, multicenter randomized clinical trials, treatment of atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, and the management of syncope. Dr. Olshansky is known for his diversity of interests ranging from the technological and mechanistic aspects of cardiac electrophysiology to holistic issues regarding medical care and the doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Olshansky’s research has focused on the treatment for and mechanism of atrial and ventricular arrhythmias but his research interests are extensive. He has been involved in numerous clinical trials and has published over 200 peer-reviewed manuscripts (a total of over 400 manuscripts, including non-peer-reviewed manuscripts, reviews, e-publications, slide series and editorials), over 200 abstracts, 45 chapters and three books: Syncope-Diagnosis and Management (and a second edition) and Arrhythmia Essentials.

Education & Training

  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    University of Iowa Hospitals and ClinicsFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1981 - 1984
  • University of Arizona College of Medicine
    University of Arizona College of MedicineClass of 1978
  • Carleton College
    Carleton CollegeA.B., 1974

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1988 - 2026
  • IA State Medical License
    IA State Medical License 1981 - 2024
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 1986 - 1988
  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License Active through 1985
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Cardiovascular Disease
  • National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Electrophysiology
  • National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Internal Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014
  • Patients’ Choice Award 2012
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2011
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Stroke‐Prevention Strategies in North American Patients with Atrial Fibrillation: The GLORIA‐AF Registry Program  
    Jonathan L Halperin, Emil Hayek, Brian Olshansky, Clinical Cardiology

Lectures

  • Highlights in ACC/AHA/HRS Guidelines 
    2019 ACC Scientific Session & Expo, New Orleans - 3/18/2019
  • Audience ARS Question 
    2019 ACC Scientific Session & Expo, New Orleans - 3/17/2019
  • Disputing AF ManagementWhat Does the Evidence Support? 
    2019 ACC Scientific Session & Expo, New Orleans - 3/17/2019
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Other

Authored Content

  • Syncope Series: Considerations for a Comprehensive AssessmentFebruary 2022

Press Mentions

  • The Benefit of Cardioneuroablation to Reduce Syncope Recurrence in Vasovagal Syncope Patients: A Case-Control Study
    The Benefit of Cardioneuroablation to Reduce Syncope Recurrence in Vasovagal Syncope Patients: A Case-Control StudyFebruary 1st, 2021
  • Amarin Supports Latest Clinical Research Evaluating VASCEPA® (Icosapent Ethyl) in Patients with Persistent Cardiovascular Risk Presented at ESC Congress 2020, the Annual Meeting of the European Society of Cardiology
    Amarin Supports Latest Clinical Research Evaluating VASCEPA® (Icosapent Ethyl) in Patients with Persistent Cardiovascular Risk Presented at ESC Congress 2020, the Annual Meeting of the European Society of CardiologySeptember 1st, 2020
  • Clinical Practice Guideline: Executive Summary
    Clinical Practice Guideline: Executive SummaryMay 3rd, 2019
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Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

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