ProfessorMedicine Director, Arrhythmia Service and Electrophysiology LaboratoryAttending Physician, University of Washington Medical CenterFaculty Information Biography Dr. Poole is a UW professor of medicine in the division of cardiology. Her clinical interests include patients with heart rhythm disorders such as rapid rhythms, slow rhythms, identification of episodes of passing out, evaluation for individuals at risk for cardiac arrest and evaluation for pacemaker or implantable defibrillators. Dr. Poole believes that patient is equally important and deserves consideration of his/her concerns and symptoms. She believes each patient is a partner in his/her health care. Patients should be provided with adequate information and education regarding their concerns or illness in order to make the best decision for evaluation and treatment options. Dr. Poole's interests include family, skiing, walking, hiking, and reading books. Education & Training: Fellowship in CardiologyUniversity of WashingtonSeattle, WA1986 ResidencyUniversity of WashingtonSeattle, WA1983 InternshipUniversity of MinnesotaTwin Cities, MN1981 MDUniversity of Washington School of MedicineSeattle, WA1980 BSWashington State UniversityPullman, WA1976 Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Washington State University1976 Contact Mailing Address: University of Washington Medical Center 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 357710 Seattle, WA 98195-7710 Non-Clinical Administrative Support Contact: Lori Joubert ljoubert@cardiology.washington.edu For appointments or other clinical matters, please contact the Heart Institute. Research & Clinical Interests Research Interests: Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Death Through the Use of Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators, Automatic External Defibrillation, Technologic Advancements in Implantable Devices to Treat Heart Rhythm Disorders Assessing Complications of Device Procedures Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Clinical Interests: Abnormal Fast and Slow Heart Rhythm Disorders Evaluation of Patients at Risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Management of Heart Rhythm Disorders Associated with Heart Failure Congenital Heart Disease Cardiac Muscle Disorders Publications PubMed: PubMed Bibliography
