Dr. John A. Schoenhard

Dr. Pai specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm abnormalities and is board-certified in cardiac electrophysiology, cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He manages anti-arrhythmic medications and performs procedures including catheter ablation and cardiac device therapy (pacemaker and defibrillator implantation and management). Dr. Pai is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Pai is board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine,2017, Cardiovascular Disease, and 2015. Dr. Pai is currently accepting new patients.

As a nurse practitioner in the CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, I care for patients with complex cardiac rhythm-related conditions that may require procedures such as radio frequency ablation and pacemaker and defibrillator implantation. I am committed to providing excellent care for all my patients by following evidence-based practice. I believe in being an active listener and communicating openly. I believe these skills are beneficial when discussing patient concerns and health care goals. I also have a special interest in LGBTQ+ healthcare and have completed safe space training.|Why I Love My Work|I love working in cardiology-electrophysiology because I continue to learn every day. I especially enjoy being able to help patients and their families.|Getting to Know Me|As a native of St. Cloud, I strive to give back to the community where I grew up. In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, swimming, attending theater, traveling, baking and spending time with my family, friends and furry family members. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Fainting, and Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia. Dr. Carlsen is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANP) - Family Nurse Practitioner. Dr. Carlsen is currently accepting new patients.

I believe that the best health care is built on a strong partnership between the physician and the patient. My approach to patient care emphasizes open communication, mutual respect and shared decision-making. I take the time to listen to each patient’s concerns, values and goals, working collaboratively to develop personalized care plans that reflect both medical expertise and the individual’s priorities.|My clinical interests include atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, defibrillator implantation and management, and pacemaker implantation and management, including physiological pacing.|Why I Love My Work|I saw firsthand how limited opportunity and lack of education can shape people’s lives, including lives within my own family. These early experiences instilled in me a deep appreciation for purposeful, intellectually engaging work — and medicine offered just that. Drawn by the chance to blend science, humanity and service, I was inspired to pursue a career where I could make a real difference.|I enjoy caring for patients from all different walks of life in team-based settings. I find joy in getting to know my patients and team members.|Getting to Know Me|Outside of work, I enjoy playing board games and spending time with my kids. We love going to the movies, hiking and trying new things together. His clinical expertise encompasses Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Heart Block, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Arrhythmias. Dr. Chaudhry is board certified in National Board Of Echocardiography - Echocardiography and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology. Dr. Chaudhry is currently accepting new patients.