Connie  R. Ramos, ARNP Nurse Practitioner, St. Joseph's Hospital Advanced Center for Atrial Fibrillation

Connie received her BSN from the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa , AL) and her masters degree as a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from the University of South Florida (Tampa , FL).

She has spent most of her career in caring for cardiac patients. The first 6 years of her career she provided direct patient care in the cardiac intensive care unit.  After receiving her masters degree and moving to New York City , she managed the clinical needs of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery for St. Vincent's Hospital. Upon returning to the Tampa Bay area she joined St. Joseph-s Hospital Heart Institute and helped open the first local Women-s Healthy Heart program in February 2004.

Connie has always had a strong interest and passion for the prevention and treatment of cardiac disease. Along with Dr. Irwin, Dr. Lazzara and Dr. Mathew she shares an enthusiasm for the treatment of atrial fibrillation.

Connie will take the time to determine if you meet the criteria for a surgical or a catheter-based approach to treat atrial fibrillation.  
Please call St. Joseph' s Hospital Advanced Center for Atrial Fibrillation at 813-877-AFIB (2342).

The Advanced Center For Atrial Fibrillation
How Our Center Can Help You
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
What are the Symptoms of AFIB?
What Causes AFIB?
Why is Atrial Fibrillation Dangerous?
How is Atrial Fibrillation Evaluated?
Advanced Procedures for Treating Atrial Fibrillation at St. Joseph-s Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
What to Ask Your Doctor
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