Pediatric and Congenital Arrhythmia Center
Our pacemaker clinic follows more than 300 patients, ranging from new born to young adult, with either an implanted pacemaker or an implanted cardioverter defibrillator. Follow-up of these devices consists of both transtelephonic monitoring and clinic visits for thorough evaluation. The Children's Heart Clinic also offers:
Arrhythmia Monitoring Services
Several types of devices are used including 24-hour holter monitors, King of Hearts monitors, Cardiomemo and Heartrak. The clinic has the capability to receive telephone transmissions of the arrhythmia event 24 hours per day.
Exercise Stress Testing
A fully equipped exercise laboratory is available on site. Services include stress EKG and echocardiography utilizing a treadmill or bicycle ergometer. Oxygen consumption and pulmonary function studies can also be performed as part of an evaluation.