Lightbulb Cardiac, LLC Adds Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Edwards, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.C., as Investor and Equity Holder



PLANO, Texas - July 13, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Lightbulb Cardiac, LLC is pleased to introduce its new Chief Medical Officer: Dr. David Edwards. With his background in Electrophysiology (EP), cardiac care, research, and business management, Dr. Edwards brings his diverse experience to Lightbulb Cardiac, a premier EP training, staffing, and consulting firm. 

With 20 years' experience in medicine, Dr. Edwards holds a Ph.D. in Genetics and Development and an M.D. from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. After earning his degrees, he completed two Fellowships at Johns Hopkins University — Cardiology and Electrophysiology.

Dr. Edwards also founded Hybrigen, Inc., a private biotechnology company that identified druggable targets using an innovative robotics-based platform. As Chief Scientist and CEO, Dr. Edwards concentrated on research, but also successfully secured the initial seven-figure funding. Hybrigen then partnered with pharmaceutical companies in the U.S., Australia, and the EU to develop those partners' proprietary drug targets. He guided Hybrigen toward early industry recognition and obtained U.S. patents in the field of vivo proteomics.

"Dr. Edwards will reinforce our company's solid foundation and elevate our positive impact on the EP community," said Clayton Stiles, CEO of Lightbulb. "Dr. Edwards' extensive EP and business development background will strengthen Lightbulb's core curriculum and training and will expand our national sales presence. We believe his strong academic and real-world acumen will be an invaluable asset for ensuring top-tier training and staffing for our distinguished clientele."

"I am very excited to join the Lightbulb Cardiac team as investor and Chief Medical Officer," said Dr. Edwards. "I believe Lightbulb has a great business model and a talented management team that uniquely positions it in the EP lab industry. As the industry experiences explosive growth, I believe Lightbulb Cardiac provides a cost-effective and outcome-focused service to help hospitals and clinics establish solid EP practices."

Dr. Edwards is a Clinical Electrophysiologist for Advanced Heart Care in Dallas. In 2013, he became the Director of the Electrophysiology Lab at CHRISTUS Hospital in Sulfur Springs, Texas, where he is responsible for clinical care and program development. Having a proven track record of finding and leading multidisciplinary teams, Dr. Edwards is also certified by the ABIM in three areas: Electrophysiology, Cardiovascular Disease, and Internal Medicine. 

CEO Clayton Stiles, COO Michael Grier and CLO Ryan McFarlin welcome Dr. Edwards to Lightbulb Cardiac's executive team. 

About Lightbulb Cardiac

Lightbulb Cardiac is a leading provider of specialized Electrophysiology educational programs and training for its clients' new hires and seasoned EP staff. Operating throughout the United States, the company also offers comprehensive consulting services to EP clinicians, utilizing its extensive knowledge of EP lab principles, technology, and efficiencies with the goal of achieving the highest level of safety and improved patient outcomes while simultaneously reducing staff onboarding costs.




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