Patient Stories

• David Malik
  Catheter Ablation
• Donald F. Seemann
  ICD for Ventricular Fibrillation
• Syndicated Columnist Judy Foreman
  On undergoing Catheter Ablation.
• Vice-President Richard Cheney
  Why Vice President Richard Cheney has an ICD.
• Author Deborah Daw Heffernan
  Living with an ICD.
• Roger Blanchette
  Sudden Cardiac Death, a survivor's story.
• Lawrence Beckmen
  After frightening episodes of fainting, Lawrence Beckmen's healthy and happy lifestyle was restored.
• Sebastian Hitzig
  Millions of patients have been helped by pacemakers and ICDs. No story is as remarkable as that of Sebastian Hitzig.

These patient stories may not be typical. Individual symptoms, situations and circumstances vary and response to therapy is not always the same. Please consult your physician or health care provider regarding your condition, treatment or any specific questions regarding your care.