Denver Health Cardiac Electrophysiology (Heart Rhythm Care)
Expert care for heart rhythm disorders
At Denver Health, we provide advanced treatment for patients with irregular heart rhythms. Our team offers safe, effective, and compassionate care to help you live a healthier life.
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Heart rhythm problems—like atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, sudden cardiac arrest, or heartbeats that are too slow—can affect your health and quality of life. At Denver Health, we offer the full range of modern treatments, including advanced medicines, continuous monitoring, minimally invasive catheter ablation procedures, and implanted devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators. We also provide specialized care for patients at risk of stroke or heart failure related to rhythm problems.
We work closely with every patient to create a personalized plan that meets their needs, focusing on safety, comfort, and long-term results.
Common Symptoms of Heart Rhythm Problems
- Feeling your heart race or skip beats (palpitations)
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Abrupt fainting or near-fainting spells
- Shortness of breath
- Chest discomfort or pressure
- Unexplained fatigue
Our Services (Highlights)
- Diagnosis and treatment of all arrhythmias (including catheter ablation), such as:
- Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
- Atrial flutter / Atrial tachycardia
- Atrial fibrillation (AF)
- Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs)
- Ventricular tachycardia / Ventricular fibrillation
- Implantation and management of cardiac implantable electronic devices:
- Implantable loop recorder
- Permanent pacemaker
- Implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD)
- Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)
- Risk stratification for sudden cardiac death
- Left atrial appendage closure for stroke prevention
- Remote monitoring of implanted devices
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Physician Bios
Benjamin A. Steinberg, MD, MHS, FACC, FHRS
Dr. Steinberg is Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at Denver Health Medical Center, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and a Clinician-Scientist at CPC Clinical Research. He earned his MD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, completed residency on the Osler Service at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and then fellowships in cardiology and electrophysiology at Duke University.
Dr. Steinberg’s clinical interests span all topics in electrophysiology, including implantable device procedures and management, sudden death risk assessment, catheter ablation, and arrhythmia-related stroke risk management. He also maintains an active NIH-funded research portfolio focused on machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches to improving diagnosis and treatment for patients with heart rhythm disorders. A proud Denver native, Dr. Steinberg lives in town with his wife, 3 kids, and 2 dogs.
Christopher Barrett, MD
Dr. Barrett is a board-certified clinical cardiac electrophysiologist who joined Denver Health Medical Center in 2023. He specializes in diagnosing and treating complex heart rhythm disorders and is committed to providing evidence-based,
patient-centered care.
A California native, Dr. Barrett earned his B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of California, Davis, graduating with honors and Phi Beta Kappa distinction. After several years teaching English in Spain and Costa Rica—experiences
that fostered his fluency in Spanish—he earned his medical degree magna cum laude from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed internal medicine residency at Stanford Hospital
and Clinics, a cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Colorado Hospital, and an advanced fellowship in clinical cardiac electrophysiology.
Dr. Barrett is an active researcher with numerous peer-reviewed publications and national presentations on topics including atrial fibrillation, transcatheter aortic valve replacement, and machine-learning approaches to rhythm management. His work has been recognized with honors such as the American College of Cardiology Young Author Award and the University of Colorado COVID Champion Award.
Passionate about teaching and mentorship, he has developed medical school curricula, led clinical courses, and guided trainees at every level. Outside of medicine, Dr. Barrett enjoys running marathons, skiing, surfing, cooking, and traveling with his family. Fluent in Spanish and experienced in global health, Dr. Barrett brings a collaborative, compassionate approach to caring for patients with arrhythmias.
