BIOTRONIK Blog

Pioneering spirit and passion for innovation – that's what BIOTRONIK stands for. This is also shown by the company’s flagship innovations: from the first German pacemaker to the GoldTip ablation catheter, a real innovation in electrophysiology that is still the gold standard today.

A contribution by David Hayes, MD, Chief Medical Officer at BIOTRONIK Inc.

Recent Studies Reveal Optimal Levels of Physical Activity for Cardiovascular Health

The first patient visit to BIOTRONIK in a long while met with excitement and enthusiasm

Women’s History Month is the perfect time to celebrate the incredible achievements of the women who have shaped the field of cardiology.

Biotronik’s Chief Procurement Officer Takes a Look at the New Statutory Regulations

With 2023 upon us, BIOTRONIK employees are no exception to the kind of motivated goal-setting we often see at this time of year. Whether it’s more sports, a more mindful approach to everyday life, or to quit smoking—it’s important to have as much support as possible. That’s why BIOTRONIK’s Health Program 2023 will work to empower employees to achieve their health-related goals. 2023’s edition places a special focus on improving mental health at work, alongside the company’s work to promote physical health.

While in office as US Vice-President, Dick Cheney had the remote monitoring function of his pacemaker turned off over concerns a malicious hacker could access his device. In 2012, an episode of the TV drama Homeland depicts a faraway terrorist hacking into the fictional US Vice-President’s pacemaker and assassinating him. It may have made for thrilling TV, but is successful malicious hacking of a cardiac device possible in real life?

Whether it’s from our engaged team at BIOTRONIK, inspiring patients, or expert physicians—one thing is clear from our most read BIOTRONIK blog stories of 2022: real stories, from real people, touch hearts.