Areas of Expertise
• Diagnosis and management of heart rhythm disorders
• Catheter ablation for cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation and flutter, ventricular tachycardia and PVCs, SVT
• Implantation of cardiac devices including conduction system, resynchronization and leadless pacemakers, defibrillators, and subcutaneous devices
• Cardiac device monitoring and management
• Left atrial appendage closure
• General Cardiology
Biography
Dr. Shweta Paulraj is a cardiac electrophysiologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders. She provides comprehensive care for patients with slow and fast heart rhythms and has expertise in the latest advanced catheter ablation techniques and cardiac implantable devices, providing state-of-the-art treatment for both common and complex arrhythmias.
Dr. Paulraj is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care. She believes in partnering with her patients, taking the time to explain their condition and treatment options in clear, understandable language so they can make informed personalized decisions.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Paulraj has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented her research at national scientific meetings. She is dedicated to bringing the latest evidence-based advances in cardiac electrophysiology into everyday patient care.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Paulraj enjoys traveling, exploring different cultures, spending time with her family, and hiking.
Board Certifications
• Cardiovascular Disease – American Board of Internal Medicine
• Internal Medicine – American Board of Internal Medicine
• Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology
• National Board of Echocardiography (Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography)
Education
• Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship – Medstar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University, Washington, DC
• Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship – SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY (Chief Fellow)
• Internal Medicine Residency – SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY
• Medical Degree – PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, India