Arrhythmia Alliance

Who we are

Arrhythmia Alliance and its two sister charities (AF Association and STARS – Syncope Trust) is one of the world's leading heart rhythm charities, delivering internationally recognised educational programmes, medical conferences, awareness campaigns patient educational events, awareness programmes and exhibiting at congresses to promote and deliver our work.

A-A was established in 2004 by Trudie Lobban MBE following the successful campaigning led by STARS to improve arrhythmia services in the UK.

A-A is a collaboration of patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, allied professionals, policy makers and all those affected by or involved in the care of those living with an arrhythmia or sudden cardiac arrest.

A-A is recognised globally with representation in over 40 countries, and hosts World Heart Rhythm Week in June each year. 

Our culture and values

A-A is unique as an organisation in bringing patients and healthcare professionals together, and putting the patient first, working to restore and provide patients with as active and normal a life as possible.

A-A provides support, information, education, and awareness to all those affected by or involved in the care of cardiac arrhythmias.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Arrhythmia Alliance seeks to ensure equality of opportunity for all who apply for employment with the organisation. We are opposed to all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, religious beliefs or age. Every possible step will be taken to ensure that individuals are treated equally and fairly and that decisions on recruitment, selection, training, promotion and career management are based solely on objective and job related criteria.