Cartersville, Ga. (August 25, 2025) — Piedmont Cartersville, in partnership with Heart & Vascular Care (HVC), successfully performed its first cardiac ablation procedure in Cartersville on Friday, August 22, 2025. This milestone was made possible by the advanced skills of HVC cardiologist and electrophysiologist, Carlos Calle-Muller, M.D., marking a significant step in delivering advanced cardiac care to the Northwest Georgia community.

Cardiac ablation is a specialized electrophysiology procedure used to treat arrhythmias such as atrial flutter and other supraventricular tachycardias. By targeting abnormal electrical pathways on the right side of the heart, this minimally invasive treatment helps restore normal heart rhythm, alleviate symptoms, and enhance patients’ quality of life.

“We are proud to offer this advanced procedure right here in Cartersville,” said Lori Rakes, Chief Executive Officer at Piedmont Cartersville. “Providing access to cutting-edge cardiac care close to home reflects Piedmont’s dedication to clinical excellence and compassionate service.”

Dr. Carlos Calle-Muller of HVC in Cartersville, added, “This collaboration between Heart & Vascular Care and Piedmont allows us to bring specialized expertise to our patients with complex heart rhythm disorders. This expansion of electrophysiology services better serves our community and upholds our shared mission to make a positive difference in every life.”

Piedmont Cartersville and HVC continue to uphold their core values by placing patients at the heart of care and consistently delivering high-quality, compassionate service.

Individuals experiencing symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, or fatigue due to arrhythmias are encouraged to consult with their cardiologist to determine if right-sided ablation may be appropriate for them.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit hvcmd.com or call 678-513-2273.