Missy Allen, CCT, LMR, and Tara Mudd, MSN, APRN, NP-C, from Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, are a “tag team” of seasoned electrophysiology (EP) leaders with decades of combined experience. In this episode, they share their journeys through the evolution of EP device management—from manual checks to managing thousands remotely. They offer insights into working with sophisticated devices, balancing automation with essential clinical skills, and the critical role of physician collaboration in enhancing patient care.

Missy Allen, CCT, LMR, and Tara Mudd, MSN, APRN, NP-C, from Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, are a “tag team” of seasoned electrophysiology (EP) leaders with decades of combined experience. In this episode, they share their journeys through the evolution of EP device management—from manual checks to managing thousands remotely. They offer insights into working with sophisticated devices, balancing automation with essential clinical skills, and the critical role of physician collaboration in enhancing patient care.

Murj’s senior leadership team—CEO Todd Butka, COO Reed Gaither, and Chief Experience Officer (CXO) Chris Irving—kick off this episode with a celebration of the company’s 10th anniversary. The executives discuss Murj's journey and philosophy, highlighting the importance of taking care of clinical providers, overcoming challenges, and the evolution of integration and analytics in CIED care. Plus, the trio looks ahead to 2025 and what’s on the horizon for Murj in the new year.

Dr. Mazzola shares his journey and experiences in electrophysiology (EP), the evolution of his practice, and his experiences delivering enhanced patient care through meticulous clinical practices and advanced technology. Plus, Iglesias offers her perspective on how the Murj Clinical Services team’s collaboration with South Heart Clinic has helped drive significant patient care improvements.

With

Amy Kleinhans, DNP, AGNP-C, FHRS, Lead Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Program Manager for Electrophysiology, HonorHealth

Todd Butka, Co-founder and CEO, Murj

Chris Irving, Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer (CXO), Murj

Mark Pederson, Director of Product Management, Murj

Kleinhans shares insights on implementing new technologies—including devices and management systems—across multiple EP programs to improve patient outcomes.

Kleinhans is the Lead Nurse Practitioner in the Arrhythmia Service Line at HonorHealth. She has nearly 20 years of cardiac electrophysiology nursing experience. Kleinhans’ primary role is in program development, which includes clinical oversight of the cardiac device clinic.

Discover how the Murj Dedicated Heart Failure Platform boosts efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration in data management for heart failure (HF) and electrophysiology (EP) teams. With Murj, these teams can now monitor patients in parallel, utilizing dedicated workflows and essential cross-functional communication tools for effective CIED patient co-management. Jackie Arrasmith and Kara Jackson share insights from their clinic’s successful implementation, including hybrid workflow enhancements.

Jude Hebert, Executive Vice President of Nursing Services at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS), discusses the ever-evolving landscape of CIED care with Murj CEO Todd Butka and Chief Experience Officer (CXO) Chris Irving. Topics include CIS’ journey to proactive patient care, the impact of digital transformation, and the shift from fee-for-service to value-based care models.

Join the Murj senior leadership team—CEO Todd Butka, COO Reed Gaither, and Chief Experience Officer (CXO) Chris Irving—as they discuss significant company milestones and accomplishments in 2023. The co-founders also share insights into Murj’s vision and plans for the upcoming year.

Explore the Murj implementation journey with Sirena Bridges, FNP-BC, MSN, MSPH, CCDS, an electrophysiology nurse practitioner at Centennial Heart. With a tight two-week implementation window, delve into how Bridges and her team seamlessly transitioned to Murj. Gain valuable insights into achieving team buy-in and maintaining a high standard of care when introducing new software. Additionally, Murj's Director of Customer Success Marty Predmesky sheds light on the crucial management aspects that drive successful software adoption.

Murj Chief Experience Officer (CXO) and Co-founder Chris Irving chats with Cara Schaaf, R.N., and Electrophysiologist Dr. Jeff Senfield, both from Upstate Cardiology in Greenville, S.C., about the importance of teamwork in the CIED clinic. Schaff and Dr. Senfield offer insight into the nurse-physician-software vendor dynamic and how it impacts patient care.