Population based projections show that the prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) will continue to grow. Since 2017, the HRS consensus statement has ruled catheter ablation as a reasonable first line treatment for atrial fibrillation. As the popularity of catheter ablation continues to increase, several factors need to be considered to facilitate the growth in procedures. The number of electrophysiologists must increase or their productivity must be enhanced. If the former, additional hospital space will also be required. Enhancing productivity will require the continued efforts of both healthcare professionals and industry to bring new, more efficient techniques and products to the procedure room. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]