Skip to main content

Treatment

Pediatric Pacemaker and Defibrillator Management

Children's National Hospital's interventional electrophysiology team developed and perfected techniques for transvenous pacemaker and defibrillator implantation in children. The team has been on the cutting edge for extracting broken pacing leads using laser techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a permanent pacemaker?

What is an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)?

When is a pacemaker or an ICD needed for a child?

What are indications for ICDs in children?

What are the components of a permanent pacemaker/ICD in children?

How is a pacemaker/ICD implanted for children?

Providers Who Offer Pacemaker Implantation

Departments that Offer Pacemaker Implantation (Treatment)

    Dr. Jim Park fist bumps young patient

    Children's National Heart Center

    Our expert pediatric heart team, including more than 40 subspecialties, offer advanced heart care and excellent outcomes for thousands of children every year.

Girl Smiling and Clapping

Help Kids and Make a Difference

Invest in future cures for some of life's most devastating diseases. Give today to help more children grow up stronger.

Girl Smiling and Clapping