Heart Rhythm, the official Journal of the Heart Rhythm Society, the Cardiac Electrophysiology Society, and the Pediatric & Congenital Electrophysiology Society, stands as a unique and essential resource for the entire cardiac electrophysiology (EP) community. This inclusive community encompasses a broad spectrum, ranging from basic and clinical academic researchers toengineers, allied professionals, industry stakeholders, and trainees. Heart Rhythm’s mission is to integrate this diverse community, fostering collaboration and serving as a platform for fundamental discovery with direct clinical applicability.

Key Characteristics of Heart Rhythm:

1. Integration of the EP Community: The journal serves as a unifying force for the entire cardiac EP community, recognizing the interconnectedness of various professionals within the field. It brings together researchers, practitioners, engineers, allied professionals, industry representatives, and trainees, acknowledging their interdependence and collective contributions to the EP community.
2. Multidisciplinary Approach: Heart Rhythm takes a multidisciplinary approach, recognizing that advancements in cardiac electrophysiology emerge from the convergence of various fields. This inclusive perspective ensures that the journal remains a comprehensive and dynamic resource for professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise.
3. Support for Fundamental Discovery: The journal places a strong emphasis on fundamental discovery, providing a platform for groundbreaking research that has the potential for significant clinical applicability. This commitment to advancing the scientific understanding of cardiac arrhythmias positions Heart Rhythm as a key contributor to the progress of the field.
4. Official Journal of Leading Societies: As the official Journal of the Heart Rhythm Society, the Cardiac Electrophysiology Society, and the Pediatric & Congenital Electrophysiology Society, Heart Rhythm holds a central position in disseminating vital information to professionals and researchers in these societies.
5. Educational Mission: Beyond research dissemination, Heart Rhythm has an educational mission, striving to improve patient care by promoting research, education, and optimal health care policies and standards. The journal serves as a primary information resource on heart rhythm disorders.
6. Global Reach: With representation from more than 7,000 specialists in cardiac pacing and electrophysiology from over 70 countries, Heart Rhythm has a global reach. This international perspective enriches the journal’s content and ensures relevance to diverse healthcare contexts.
7. Open Access Companion Titles: In addition to its primary publication, Heart Rhythm offers three open access companion titles:
   • Heart Rhythm Case Reports: Welcoming case reports, illustrations, and educational vignettes.
   • Heart Rhythm O2: Focusing on original clinical and experimental research, review articles, and more.
   • CardiovasculJournal: Highlighting original articles on digital health and technology in cardiology.

Through its commitment to collaboration, multidisciplinary engagement, and the advancement of fundamental knowledge, Heart Rhythm continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of cardiac electrophysiology, benefiting both professionals and patients worldwide.

Volume 20, Issue 1: Pages A1-A14, 1-162 (January 2023)

Volume 20, Issue 2: Pages A1-A14, 163-324 (February 2023)

Volume 20, Issue 3: Pages A1-A10, 325-490 (March 2023)