Welcome, Dr. Gallagher

electrophysiology," he says.

“I began hanging out in the EP lab, watching cases, reading books and articles, and thought this is what I would like to do.”

His training continued with fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and electrophysiology cardiology at Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina. He is Board certified in cardiovascular disease and cardiac electrophysiology.

He's seen many advances in electrophysiology since he began practicing more than 20 years ago. “In the early days, the focus of treatment was mostly on medications. As smaller and faster computers were developed, then pacemakers and defibrillators, the treatment of abnormal heart rhythms with ablation was born," he notes.

Since everyone’s situation is unique, Dr. Gallagher treats each person on a case-by-case basis. He says, “For some people, medications may be the answer, while procedures might be more appropriate for others. My goal is to help patients reclaim their lives and get back to doing things they want to do.”

Electrophysiologist Peter Gallagher, MD, grew up in Omaha, where his father was a physician and his mother was a nurse. He says, “Growing up in a medical family, I got some perspective on what it would be like to be a doctor. I knew that medicine would be my calling.”

He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1994 and completed his internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas.

During his residency, he decided to pursue cardiology. “I was interested in computers at an early age, and as I progressed through my medical training, I learned there was a division of cardiology that used a lot of very interesting computer technology to help people — that was

Dr. Gallagher has worked in the Lincoln area for more than 15 years and says, “I am honored to be working here amongst such skilled and dedicated health care providers. The facilities and resources at Bryan are second to none and that reflects a true commitment to helping patients.”

Dr. Gallagher and his wife Margo have been married for almost 24 years. Their daughter Sophia is a sophomore at Creighton University. When he isn’t working, Dr. Gallagher enjoys hiking, golfing, skiing, playing guitar and photography. n

To watch an introductory video, go to bryanhealth.org/DrGallagher.

“Evolving Journey” by Shelly Bartek welcomes patients and visitors to the hospice unit at Bryan West Campus. A gift to the Bryan Foundation provided this artwork in memory of longtime Bryan Volunteer Nancy Hester.

Art inspires, calms, heals

Two commissioned artworks will perpetually commemorate sacrifices and dedication during the pandemic. Local artist and University of Nebraska Professor Eddie Dominguez created the three columns at Bryan West Campus (right) and his art at Bryan East Campus will be installed later this year. Gifts to the Bryan Foundation made this possible.

Six acrylic paintings grace an Emergency Department exam room ceiling at Bryan West Campus (below). Tom Meyers created the tiles in conjunction with the Lincoln Arts Council.

New paintings brighten an exam room for patients seeking treatment for abuse.

You can help the Bryan Art Committee provide sculptures and paintings that help each of us on our journeys!

To learn how you can contribute, please contact the Bryan Foundation team at 402-481-8605.