Device Clinic Essentials for the Care Team-Device Technology Video

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Dr. James Allred, an electrophysiologist and co-founder of CV Remote Solutions, partners with MedAxiom to present a module on device clinic essentials for the care team. He delves into device technology, specifically focusing on cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs). These devices, such as pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices, and implantable loop recorders (ILRs), play a crucial role in managing cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure. Dr. Allred emphasizes the differentiation between these devices, their implantation processes, and indications for their use. He also discusses bradycardia, sudden cardiac death, and the evolution of pacemakers, ICDs, and newer leadless pacemaker technologies. Moreover, he highlights the significance of conduction system pacing, remote monitoring technologies, indications for various devices, and the benefits of different features like battery longevity and MRI compatibility. Through educational scenarios, Dr. Allred guides on proper device selection, patient education after implantation, and the importance of shock plan review and remote monitoring initiation.

Keywords

Dr. James Allred

electrophysiologist

CV Remote Solutions

MedAxiom

device clinic essentials

cardiac implantable electronic devices

pacemakers

implantable cardioverter defibrillators