In-Depth Q&A About ICDs: Former Medtronic Employee, Douglas Rachac

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‪@DouglasRachac‬ (better known as Doug), who is the moderator of several support groups for ICDs, a device patient, and a former Medtronic employee, answers various questions sent in by you, the listener, in this Q&A episode on the podcast of The Heart Warrior Project.
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Timestamps

Intro 00:00 - 01:27
Douglas’ Journey at Medtronic and Personal Story 01:28 - 17:54
Heart Device Answers: An Info Platform by Douglas and Medtronic 17:55 - 22:18
The Future of ICDs and Pacemakers: Smaller Size and Longer Battery Life 22:19 - 32:13
Douglas’ Experience with Medication 32:14 - 33:59
The Diagnosis Douglas Received 34:00 - 35:10
Triggers for ICDs 35:11 - 40:10
Electrical Interference 40:11 - 43:19
The Future of ICD Software: Reducing Inappropriate Shocks 43:20 - 45:02
Support The Heart Warrior Project 45:03 - 46:52
Restrictions and Precautions for ICD Users 46:53 - 54:56
Common Misconceptions about Airport Security 54:57 - 1:02:28
Understanding Shocks from ICDs 1:02:28 - 1:09:38
Why ICDs do not Alert You Before a Shock 1:09:39 - 1:15:31
Traveling with Pacemakers and ICDs 1:15:32 - 1:20:47
Outro 1:21:06 - 1:22:47
Support The Heart Warrior Project 1:22:47 - 1:24:31
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