Gurjit Singh-Uppal is a highly experienced Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist who currently holds the positions of Vice Chief of Staff at Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Medical Director of the Atrial Fibrillation Program at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, and Clinical Assistant Professor at Wayne State University. He completed his medical training and specialized in Cardiac Electrophysiology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, where he later served as a faculty member for seven years. Dr. Singh-Uppal is a distinguished member of the Society of Cardiac Robotic Navigation and the Heart Rhythm Society.
With a strong background in clinical research and a focus on cardiac devices and robotic navigation, Dr. Singh-Uppal gained global recognition for his groundbreaking discovery regarding the interaction between the iPhone 12 and implantable cardiac defibrillators, earning him the 2021 Crain’s Healthcare Hero Award. He is dedicated to advancing treatment options for heart rhythm disorders in Kern County by leveraging cutting-edge mapping technologies and tailoring individualized therapies, effectively bridging the gap between academic and community practice.