LEWISTON – Dr. David N. Abisalih has successfully completed an International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners test that confirms his competency in cardiac pacing and defibrillation.

To achieve this confirmation, Abisalih passed a rigorous examination that assessed his skills in cardiac pacing, cardioversion and defibrillation. Passage of the exam is a requirement for certifying competency to implant automatic cardiac defibrillators, as mandated by the Heart Rhythm Society.

A member of the Central Maine Medical Center Medical Staff since the summer of 1992, Abisalih practices in association with Androscoggin Cardiology Associates at 2 Great Falls Plaza in Auburn. He performs both invasive and non-invasive cardiology procedures. He is also active in the area of clinical cardiovascular research.

Abisalih is certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also a diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners.

He resides in Auburn with his wife, Marie, and son, Zachary.