
Jonathan Chrispin, MD
Electrophysiology
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Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 3-12
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Jonathan Chrispin
Professional Titles
- Director, Ventricular Arrhythmia Research
- Robert E. Meyerhoff Assistant Professor of Medicine
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Jonathan Chrispin, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Division of Cardiology, Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia, as well as an Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Chrispin focuses on all aspects of clinical electrophysiology, including pacemaker/defibrillator implantation and complex catheter ablation for atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.
Dr. Chrispin received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard University. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Vanderbilt University. He completed intern and residency training in internal medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he also completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease and served as chief clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellow. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association, and the Heart Rhythm Society.
Dr. Chrispin directs the Ventricular Arrhythmia Ablation and Research program, focusing on using advanced cardiac imaging to better understand the structural substrate associated with the development of ventricular arrhythmias and using artificial intelligence to improve the risk stratification of sudden cardiac death. Further, he is involved in developing clinical trials to improve the safety and efficacy of catheter ablation for the treatment of ventricular tachycardia. His work has led to Dr. Chrispin publishing in a number of international journals, including Circulation, the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Heart Rhythm Journal, Nature Cardiovascular Research, Journal of the American Heart Association, and EP Europace.
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Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac MRI, Catheter Ablation, Ventricular Arrhythmia
PubMed - Publications
Selected Publications
Chrispin J., Calkins H. Accessory pathways related tachycardias- WPW syndrome and Atrioventricular Reentrant Tachycardias (AVRT), Orthodromic AVRT, Pre-excited atrial fibrillation. In Luscher et al: ESC Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, 3rd Edition. Oxford University Press
Chrispin J., Calkins H. Asymptomatic pre-excitation. In Luscher et al: ESC Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, 3rd Edition. Oxford University Press
Chrispin J., Nazarian S. MRI Mapping of Ventricular Tachycardia in Patient with Different Cardiomyopathies. In
Shenasa et al: Cardiac Mapping, 5th Edition
Chrispin J, Ipek EG, Habibi M, Yang E, Spragg D, Marine JE, Ashikaga H, Rickard J, Berger RD, Zimmerman SL, Calkins H, Nazarian S. Clinical predictors of cardiac magnetic resonance late gadolinium enhancement in patients with atrial fibrillation. EP Europace. 2016 Mar 10.
Chrispin, J., Nazarian S. Electronic Magnetic Interference and Magnetic Resonance Compatibility. In Ellenbogen et al: Clinical Cardiac Pacing, Defibrillation, and Resynchronization Therapy, 5th edition. Elsevier Inc, Philadelphia, PA
Chrispin, J, Ipek, E, Zahid, S, Prakosa, A, Habibi, M, Spragg, D, Marine, JE, Ashikaga, H, Rickard, J, Trayanova, NA, Zimmerman SL, Zipunnikov, V, Berger, RD, Calkins, H, Nazarian, S. Lack of regional association between atrial late gadolinium enhancement on cardiac magnetic resonance and atrial fibrillation rotors. Heart Rhythm. 2015 Nov 10. Pii: S1547-5271(15)01391-
Chrispin, J, Jain, A, Soliman, EZ, Guallar, E, Alonso, A, Heckbert, SR, Bluemke, DA, Lima, JA, Nazarian, S. Association of electrocardiographic and imaging surrogates of left ventricular hypertrophy with incident atrial fibrillation: MESA (Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis). J Am Coll Cardiol, 2014 May 20; 63(19), 2007-2013.
Honors
- Chief Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellow, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1/1/16
- Dean's Scholarship - Four Year Full Tuition Support, Vanderbilt University, 1/1/05
- Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award and Scholarship, 1/1/01
Memberships
- American College of Cardiology,
Member
- American Heart Association,
Member
- Heart Rhythm Society,
Member
- American College of Cardiology,
Fellow
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 360, Lutherville, MD 21093
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-367-2448
- Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Baltimore, MD 21287
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- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-614-1168
- JH Cardiology
- 45 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 109, Frederick, MD 21702
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-1020
- fax: 410-367-2015
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2017
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Cardiology, 2015
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Medicine, 2012
- Medical Education: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, MD, 2009
Board Certifications
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
155 ratings, 40 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr Chrispin was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
This was my first appointment with Dr. Chrispin. I've previously seen other physicians in this practice. But he had more convenient appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
I liked the Provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Was very informative and answered our questions very honest.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Excellent. Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Very competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Took time to educate me and to provide information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr. Chrispin was extremely knowledgeable, polite, patient, and took all of the time I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
My provider was respectful and professional.His cardiac services have changed my life in a positive way. He answered every question thoughtfully and explained everything clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr Chrispin was very generous with his time and excellent in discussing all of my concerns and questions. I appreciate his care and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr Chrispin is the very best in his field. His confidence convinced me to go ahead w the ablation. I am afib free. Dr C. Is a true. Blessing and I am so thankful he is my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
My visit with Dr. Chrispin was informative and productive. He advised me of my condition and what was needed to rectify it. Excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Excellent in all respects.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr. Chrispin was knowledgeable about my medical history. His was informative and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
My doctor is very understanding, professional and knowledgeable about my diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr Chrispin was good, but I needed to talk to a general cardiologist. Dr Chrispin is a surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr. Chrispin is a patient good listener. He explains things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Best ever interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Chrispin is an expert in his field. He is kind, helpful, and knowledgable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
I was referred for a consult from my regular cardiologist. Dr. Chrispin explained the options, listened to what my thoughts were and we came to an agreement on the best path forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Impressive, clear, attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Very knowledgeable and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Good listener & explains plan of care extremely well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Seems very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Very pleasant n patieng
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
I had a good visit with Dr. Chrispin. However, the follow-up care needed (an ablation) was difficult to schedule quickly. I walked out of the appointment knowing that Dr. Chrispin didn't have availability until Nov and I felt it was job to figure out how to schedule it quicker.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr Chrispin is excellent and kind. Brilliant man
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr. Chrispin was very clear and thoughtful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
My provider was respectful to me at all times, he listened to me and answered my questions with expertise and kindness. I am lucky to have him as my cardiac rhythm specialist!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Happy and confident that my medical problem will be resolved soon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Dr. Chrispin was personable & engaging. Spoke to me in a manner such that I could easily understand my situation. Doctor gave me his full attention, did not rush the appointment, and established a plan for future treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
The doctor was direct and to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Chrispin listened and responded to my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. Chrispin is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Excellent Cardiologist and surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Excellent provider who inspiresTrust and confidence. An excellent communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr. Chrispin was outstanding. Highly professional and very personable. I would gladly go back to him for any procedure that he could perform.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Knowledgeable and kind. Very patient with questions.