Joseph Marine, MD, MBA
Electrophysiology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 3-12
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Joseph Marine
Professional Titles
- Vice-Director of Operations, Division of Cardiology
- Section Chief of Cardiology, Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Joseph Marine, MD, MBA, FACC, FHRS, is a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist who practices primarily at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He is a Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and holds appointments as Vice-Director of Operations for the Division of Cardiology and Section Chief of Cardiology for Johns Hopkins Community Physicians. He trained at UC San Francisco Medical School, Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston University Medical Center, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Dr. Marine has lectured widely on a variety of arrhythmia topics and has served as a co-director of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Cardiovascular Overview and Board Review Course for 10 years. He currently serves on the ACC Board of Governors and is co-editor of the ACC/HRS EP Self-Assessment Program. He also serves on other committees for the ACC, the Heart Rhythm Society, and MedChi. He is co-author of more than 130 original research and review articles and has served on writing committees for several national cardiology practice and training guidelines.
As a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist, Dr. Marine specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias, which are heart rhythm disorders that cause the heart to beat too rapidly, too slowly, or irregularly. His research focuses on further improving the safety and effectiveness of catheter ablation and other treatments for atrial fibrillation and other atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.
Centers and Institutes
- Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Service
- Heart and Vascular Institute
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Service
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Research Interests
Atrial fibrillation, Atrial flutter, Heart rate turbulence, Supraventricular tachycardia, Ventricular tachycardia
Selected Publications
- Scherr D, Dalal D, Chilukuri K, Dong J, Spragg D, Henrikson C, Nazarian S, Cheng A, Berger RD, Abraham TP, Calkins H, Marine JE. Incidence and predictors of left atrial thrombus prior to catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol 2009; 20: 379-384
Marine JH, Nazarian S, Bilchick KC, Dong J. CT Image-guided catheter ablation of a focal atrial tachycardia from the non-coronary sinus of Valsalva. Heart Rhythm 2008; 4:1582
Hauser RG, Maron BJ, Marine JE, Lampert R, Kadish AH, Winters SL, Scher DL, Biria M, Kalia A. Safety and efficacy of transvenous high-voltage implantable cardioverter-defibrillator leads in high-risk hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients. Heart Rhythm 2008;5:1517-22
Marine JE. Catheter ablation therapy for supraventricular arrhythmias. JAMA 2007;298:2768-2778
Petersen BT, Hussain N, Marine JE, Trohman RG, Carpenter S, Chuttani R, Croffie J, Disario J, Chottiprasidi P, Liu J, Somogyi L. Endoscopy in patients with implanted electronic devices. Gastrointest Endosc 2007;65:561-568.
Marine JE. Stun guns: a new source of electromagnetic interference for implanted cardiac devices. Heart Rhythm 2006;3:342-344
Marine JE, Dong J, Calkins H. Catheter ablation therapy for atrial fibrillation. Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases 2005;48:178-192
Marine JE, Schuger CD, Bogun F, Kalahasty G, Arnaldo F, Czerska B, Krishnan SC. Mechanism of atrial flutter occurring late after orthotopic heart transplantation with atrio-atrial anastomosis. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2005;28:412-420
Anh D, Marine JE. Beta-blockers as anti-arrhythmic agents. Heart Failure Reviews 2004;9:139-147
Marine JE, Watanabe MA, Smith TW, Monahan KM. Effect of atropine on heart rate turbulence. American Journal of Cardiology 2002; 89:767-769
Watanabe MA, Marine JE, Sheldon R, Josephson ME. Effects of ventricular premature stimulus coupling interval on blood pressure and heart rate turbulence. Circulation 2002; 106:325-330
Marine JE, Korley VJ, Obioha-Ngwu O, Chen J, Zimetbaum P, Papageorgiou P, Milliez P, Josephson ME. Different patterns of interatrial conduction in clockwise and counterclockwise atrial flutter. Circulation 2001; 104:1153-1157
Honors
- Laennec Society Young Clinician Award, American Heart Association, 1/1/00
- Jacob Javits Fellowship in the Humanities, 1/1/88
- John Addison Porter Prize, Yale College, 1/1/86
- Summa cum laude diploma, Yale College, 1/1/86
Memberships
- American College of Cardiology, Fellow
- American Heart Association
- Heart Rhythm Society, Fellow
Locations
- Howard County Medical Pavilion
- 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 400, Columbia, MD 21044
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-997-0270
- fax: 410-997-9231
- 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
Expertise
Education
- Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, MBA, 2010
- Fellowship: Boston Medical Center, Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2001
- Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2000
- Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Cardiovascular Disease, 1999
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1997
- Medical Education: University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, MD, 1994
Board Certifications
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2002
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2001
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
4.9 out of 5
143 ratings, 57 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
Excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Best in Maryland and possibly farther afield....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr.Marine and his student were very engaging and professional understanding my prior procedures and overall health concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
I have been a Dr Marine patient for many years, but just recently moved to Philadelphia. I contacted him concerning a problem I was having and he saw me the next day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Extremely intelligent and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Knowledgeable, concerned, friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Marine is very knowledgeable and communicates the issues in an easy to understand way
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Very nice and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Always positive experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr. Marine is an excellent doctor. His attentiveness to me as well as familiarity with my health and conditions is astounding.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
My provider was professional & personal. The procedure was successful. I am thoroughly pleased with the whole experience at Johns Hopkins hospital.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
He is tops in his field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Very courteous and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Very easy to talk answed all my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Marine explained my condition and possible actions very clearly tome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr. Marine is an excellent physician. He is an expert in his field, and I find him to be a very caring doctor. I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Very good service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Very thorough. Knew my heart history at JH. Concerned about my future health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Always always answers my questions in a way I can understand and appreciate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Marine did a wonderful job on my ablation several years ago and I wanted him to be my doctor on my newest heart blockage issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Marine was excellent, he listened and explained everything clearly. He has an excellent bedside manner. I trust him 100%
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
World's best Cardiovascular specialist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Very knowledgeable and very good at explaining the issue in understandable language. I didn't feel rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Excellent. Didn't seem rushed. Answered all questions patiently.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Great all the way around.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr Marine has been my Doctor between 10-12 years and I have great respect for him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Very good at what they do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
One of the best doctor I met in my life, very successful procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Great provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I was very nervous about the visit to a large facility.And I was experiencing high blood pressure and the nurse asst. And Doc made me feel relaxed and comfortable with the reason I came to the professional Doctor office. I'm very happy and pleased with my experience there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr. Marine is simply excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Wonderful referral! My cardiologist Insisted I see him and no one else! I can see why!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr Marine is the consummate medical professional. He is the most impressive physician I have ever been acquainted with. I felt totally comfortable and confident in his overall explanation of my condition, as well as his recommendations going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
I'm happy to be seeing Dr.Marine again, it's been years since I was first treated by him and had surgery with and he is the reason I'm back at JH Cardiology now. He also recommended me to the Sarcoidosis clinic there. I'm very happy with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr.marine is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Dr. Marine is highly professional, personable, and takes time to explain things and answer questions about my heart health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Very professional, competent and capable while also being approachable. Presents himself in a calm, straightforward manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
I have full confidence in Dr. Marine as an EP Cardiologist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Very good!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
He did not review any of my medical history before the appointment. Told me I was too complicated of a case for the department. I drove down from NJ for a second opinion and it felt like a waste of time and money.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Great Dov
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
The MD was very nice and asked about why I was consulting him ,asking my symptoms and how it happened . He was very thorough and answered all my concerns. I will greatly recommend him .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Took time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Best there is. Been with him for years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr. Marine was fantastic and I am no longer in Afib due to his efforts!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Very professional, & thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Consult for a fib
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Extremely knowledgeable and willing to consider the health information I share.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Marine is excellent and I feel very fortunate to have him as my cardiac electrophysiologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
His assessment was very encouraging.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Everyone did a great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Dr. Marine is a phenomenal physician. He helped to save and prolong my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Simply the best! I highly recommend this provider. My brother would like to take him too to treat his ailment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr. Marine always makes me feel at ease in dealing with my past heart issues.