The electrocardiogram is the most common test used in the practice of Cardiology, and it has been around for a long time now – it was invented in 1901, and was the first time that modern technology, using electricity, was used in Medicine.
Dr. Meshkov’s office will be re-opening on Tuesday, June 16 with modifications for your safety in this time of the COVID-19 epidemic. We will be in contact with you by telephone or email about scheduling appointments for existing and new patients.
Arnold B. Meshkov, MD FACC is a longtime resident of Abington Township, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of Cheltenham High School and the University of Pennsylvania. Receiving his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Meshkov trained in Internal Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine and in Cardiology at the Yale University School of Medicine. He was a Professor of Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine until 2015 when he returned to private practice. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Echocardiography.
As a teacher, Dr. Meshkov taught several generations of medical students, Internal Medicine residents and Cardiology trainees. Named “Best Cardiologist” by Castle Connolly for 2012, 2013 and 2014, Dr. Meshkov frequently lectures on a broad range of topics in cardiology and bioethics, both locally and nationally. His background includes publications in major medical journals and multiple teaching honors. Dr. Meshkov served for many years as the Chairman of the Ethics Committee at Temple University Hospital and was the coordinator of Cardiology Grand Rounds, a weekly lecture series at Temple.
Married to Norma Messinger Meshkov since 1970, Dr. Meshkov and his wife have two children and three grandchildren. He is the President of his synagogue, Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, and is an avid sports fan, skier, sailor, and photographer, but his best love is being with his grandchildren.
Arnold B. Meshkov, MD FACC is a longtime resident of Abington Township, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of Cheltenham High School and the University of Pennsylvania. Receiving his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Meshkov trained in Internal Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine and in Cardiology at the Yale University School of Medicine. He was a Professor of Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine until 2015 when he returned to private practice. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Echocardiography.
As a teacher, Dr. Meshkov taught several generations of medical students, Internal Medicine residents and Cardiology trainees. Named “Best Cardiologist” by Castle Connolly for 2012, 2013 and 2014, Dr. Meshkov frequently lectures on a broad range of topics in cardiology and bioethics, both locally and nationally. His background includes publications in major medical journals and multiple teaching honors. Dr. Meshkov served for many years as the Chairman of the Ethics Committee at Temple University Hospital and was the coordinator of Cardiology Grand Rounds, a weekly lecture series at Temple.
Married to Norma Messinger Meshkov since 1970, Dr. Meshkov and his wife have two children and three grandchildren. He is the President of his synagogue, Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, and is an avid sports fan, skier, sailor, and photographer, but his best love is being with his grandchildren.
The electrocardiogram is the most common test used in the practice of Cardiology, and it has been around for a long time now – it was invented in 1901, and was the first time that modern technology, using electricity, was used in Medicine.
Arrhythmia – by definition a condition in which the heart beats with an abnormal or irregular rhythm.
You put the leads on, push a button, and all of a sudden you see an electrical signal from the human heart – remarkable!
Dr. Arnold Meshkov has been selected by fellow peers as one of the 2018 Top Doctors featured in Philadelphia Magazine, and by Castle Connolly as one of the 2019 Top Doctors in Philadelphia!
At Abington Cardiology, we accept most major insurance plans. Here is a list of some of the plans we accept. Please contact our office if you do not see your insurance provider listed.
