Defibrillation

    Overview

    Defibrillation is a common treatment for life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias and ventricular fibrillation. It consists of delivering a therapeutic dose of electrical current to the heart with a device called a defibrillator, restoring normal heartbeat patterns.

    Our providers

    Profiles

    Julie Borjon, NP-C

    Nurse Practitioner Cardiology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 4th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
    Profiles

    Mohamed Labedi, MD

    Cardiac Electrophysiologist Cardiology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 4th Floor Springfield, IL 62702

    Why SIU

    Continually learning

    With a focus on continual improvement, our doctors take the time to research, study and innovate to provide the latest treatments for our patients.

    Patient-first experience

    Our care ranges from primary care physicians to specialists and sub-specialists who have advanced training. We're here for you when you need us.

    Breakthrough tech

    Continually teaching the next generation of doctors, our physicians use the latest developments in procedures and technologies for our patients.