Program Overview

The Arrhythmia Center at Boston Medical Center specializes in diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders. Our state-of-the-art electrophysiology laboratory offers a full range of services, including ablation to treat arrhythmias, pacemaker and ICD implementation for heart rhythm regulation, and evaluation of syncope and palpitations. With a team of expert physicians, we deliver personalized care and advanced treatments to help patients regain control of their cardiovascular health. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates the latest technology and research to ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient. For more information about the Boston Medical Center Arrhythmia Center or to make a referral, please contact us:

  • For Patients: (617) 638-8734
  • For Providers: (617) 638-8776
  • For Providers (24 Hours): (617) 638-8000 (Ask to page the on-call electrophysiologist)

To learn more about the types of arrhythmias and the treatment options available, visit BMC Arrhythmia Center.

Meet Our Specialists

Kevin Monahan, MD

Kevin Monahan, MD
Director, Cardiac Electrophysiology
Assistant Professor
Education: UConn School of Medicine (1989)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (1989-1992)
Fellowship: Cardiovascular Disease, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical (1992-1995)
Board Certification: Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Robert Helm, MD

Robert Helm, MD
Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Assistant Professor
Education: Loyola University-Stritch School of Medicine (2000)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center (2000-2003)
Fellowship: Interventional Cardiology, Johns Hopkins Hospital (2003-2009)
Board Certification: Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Tiffany Hu, MD

Tiffany Hu, MD
Cardiologist
Assistant Professor
Education: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Internal Medicine, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center (2016-2019)
Fellowship: Cardiovascular Disease, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester)
Board Certification: Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Derin Tugal, MD

Derin Tugal, MD
Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Assistant Professor
Education: New York Medical College (2010)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (2010-2013)
Board Certification: Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board of Internal Medicine

Arlene Dermovsesian, NP

Arlene Dermovsesian, NP
Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner
Education: Boston College, Northeastern University

Kathryn Krug, MSN, NP, AGACNP-BC

Kathryn Krug, MSN, NP, AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Electrophysiology
Education: Thomas Jefferson University

Mary A. Morabito, NP

Mary A. Morabito, NP
Nurse Practitioner, Electrophysiology
Education: Simmons College

Tracey M. Lavey, MS, NP, ANP-BC

Tracey M. Lavey, MS, NP, ANP-BC
Nurse Practitioner, Electrophysiology
Education: Northeastern University

Vanessa Shotts Young, NP

Vanessa Shotts Young, NP
Nurse Practitioner, Electrophysiology
Education: Saint Joseph’s College of Maine, Purdue University