Paul J. Wang

Paul J. Wang is the John R. and Ai Giak L. Singleton Director and Professor of Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine) at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Bioengineering. He specializes in cardiac arrhythmias, cryoablation, and innovative arrhythmia therapies. He leads the Stanford Cardiac Arrhythmia Service and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology.

Education:

• MD, Columbia University, 1983
• BA, Harvard University, Biochemical Sciences, 1979

Research Interests: Dr. Wang focuses on advancing treatments for atrial fibrillation, ventricular arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac death. His work includes pioneering catheter cryoablation and developing new technologies through initiatives like the Stanford Biodesign New Arrhythmia Technologies Retreat.

Professional Contributions: He chairs key committees in the American Heart Association and has held leadership roles in the Heart Rhythm Society. His expertise includes implantable defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization therapy.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Stanford Cardiac Arrhythmia Service and oversees the Biodesign program for arrhythmia innovation.