What is FHRS?

As part of our continuing effort to elevate the prominence of the field of electrophysiology, the Society is pleased to offer eligible members the opportunity to become a Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS).

FHRS Recognition Guide For those who have achieved the FHRS designation, the Heart Rhythm Society has created several tools and tips (FHRS-only, login required) to help make the most of your FHRS status.

The FHRS designation distinguishes members among health care providers for their specialization in electrophysiology, clarifies the referral process and serves as a credential for quality care for patients, media and government. FHRS members are characterized by advanced training, certification and prominence in research.

The FHRS criteria are tailored to the Society's diverse and international membership of physicians, allied health professionals and research scientists. They were drafted by working groups composed of distinguished volunteers from each of the Society's member segments and approved by the Society's Board of Trustees.

In July of 2011, a Physician Specialty Designation Code for electrophysiology was put into effect by the U.S. Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services. The creation of this dedicated code was heavily influenced by the Society's advocacy efforts and solidifies the distinction of electrophysiologists to provide highly specialized, quality heart rhythm care. To reflect this important achievement, the FHRS credential exemplifies these attributes in training, certification and commitment to the field of electrophysiology. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Member Services Hotline at (202) 464-9855 or membership@HRSonline.org.

View the Eligibility Criteria and Download an Application

NOTE: The deadline for submitting a completed FHRS application in time for the 2012 Induction Ceremony has passed. Applications are now be considered for the 2013 Induction Ceremony.

• Physicians certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM) in clinical cardiac electrophysiology (CCEP)
• International Electrophysiologists (EPs practicing outside of the United States)
• • Note: Electrophysiologists who trained in Canada may also apply using the criteria listed for Physicians Certified by the ABIM in CCEP
    
• Pediatric Cardiologists
• • Note: Pediatric cardiologists who practice outside of the United States may also apply using the criteria for International Electrophysiologists
    
• Scientists and Physician Researchers
• Allied Health Professionals

Frequently asked questions about FHRS membership »

FHRS Membership Benefits

Public acknowledgement of your exemplary contributions to cardiac arrhythmia treatment and/or research:

• Entitlement to use the designation of Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society (FHRS), reflecting your training, certification and commitment to the field of electrophysiology
• Fellow lapel pin
• Listing in the Fellow’s section of the web site
• Mounted certificate of Fellow recognition

Privileged status within the Heart Rhythm Society and the profession:

• Induction at a special ceremony at the Society's Annual Scientific Sessions
• Advanced registration and housing opportunities for the Annual Scientific Sessions
• Special badge recognition at Society programs
• Primary listing in the Society’s speakers bureau
• Special benefits as determined by the Board of Trustees