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Patient Stories | December 2, 2024

Leadless Pacemaker: Game Changer for Mountain Biker

Whitney DeSpain, 52, gets back on her mountain bike after receiving a leadless pacemaker at Scripps.
Initially hesitant, Whitney DeSpain now thrives with a leadless pacemaker that helps support her active life and heart condition.
Health and Wellness | November 26, 2024

Pacemaker Technology Keeps Improving

A surgeon monitors a patient's lung activity after receiving a pacemaker on multiple computer screens.
Pacemaker technology has advanced. The leadless pacemaker is smaller and less prone to complications for patients with conditions like AFib.
Health and Wellness | May 10, 2024

Can Wearable Devices Help with Heart Health?

A man checks on his heart rate using a wearable device after working out.
Learn the pros and cons of using wearable devices for heart health. Devices can monitor heart rate, blood pressure and activity levels.
Scripps in the News | February 27, 2024

Newspaper Article Looks at New Treatment for AFib at Scripps

A San Diego Union-Tribune report highlighted a new treatment for atrial fibrillation. Read more about its exciting origins and benefits.
News Releases | February 20, 2024

Scripps Cardiologist First in County to Use Newly Approved Device Targeting Heart Cells to Treat Irregular Heartbeat

Learn how this new technology targets specific cells in the heart without damaging surrounding tissue and more about pulsed field ablation.
News Releases | February 5, 2019

Scripps Clinic Named First Center of Excellence in San Diego County for Treating Prevalent Heart Disease

Dr. Jorge Gonzalez, cardiology, Scripps Clinic.
Scripps Clinic has been named a Center of Excellence by the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association, the first in San Diego County to be recognized for...