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Dr. Safren is a cardiologist and electrophysiologist at Stamford Health in Stamford, CT. He specializes in the care of heart rhythm disorders. He has advanced training in the medical and procedural management of electrical disorders of the heart, including atrial fibrillation (AFib), supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), and ventricular tachycardia (VT). Additionally, he performs left atrial appendage occlusion, including in combination with atrial fibrillation ablation. He also implants a range of devices for abnormally slow and fast heart rhythms, including pacemakers and defibrillators (ICDs), incorporating traditional transvenous systems as well as newer leadless and extravascular devices. He has experience with the latest innovations in electrophysiology including pulsed field ablation and conduction system pacing. He provides comprehensive, evidence-based care, making sure patients are fully informed of all lifestyle, medical, and procedural options and participate in shared decision-making. Dr. Safren graduated from Vanderbilt University with degrees in molecular/cellular biology and political science, and served as student body president of the College of Arts and Sciences. He received his medical degree from Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. He completed residency training in internal medicine at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He completed fellowship training in cardiovascular disease at Cooper University Hospital and advanced fellowship training in cardiac electrophysiology at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Safren is a published researcher, with recent work exploring optimized procedural protocols for pulsed field ablation. Outside of work, Dr. Safren enjoys playing tennis and trivia. An ever-optimist, he maintains an avid fandom for the Vanderbilt Commodores and Washington, DC, sports franchises, especially the football team.