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Jason Koontz

Associate Professor of Medicine
Medicine, Cardiology
Box 3860 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
Dept of Medicine, Durham, NC 27710

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Associate Professor of Medicine · 2021 - Present Medicine, Cardiology, Medicine

Recent Publications


Use of a Stylet Driven Lead With a Flexible Neck for Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing: A Single Center Experience.

Journal Article J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol · April 2025 BACKGROUND: The majority of data on left bundle branch area pacing (LBBAP) are on a lumenless lead. Data on the safety and effectiveness of stylet driven leads are comparatively lacking. METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed 265 patients who underwent attem ... Full text Link to item Cite

Appropriate and inappropriate ICD shocks in patients with LVADs: Prevalence, associated factors, and etiologies.

Journal Article Heart Rhythm · February 2025 BACKGROUND: Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) shocks are a common complication after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation; however, data on their frequency and causes are limited. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to define ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


APPRAISE ATP

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Boston Scientific Corporation · 2017 - 2023

VISITAG SURPOINT

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Biosense Webster Inc · 2019 - 2023

Miracle-EF

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Medtronic, Inc. · 2013 - 2014

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Education


Harvard University · 2002 M.D.