Below, please find an advisory from the NYC Regional Emergency Medical Advisory Committee (REMAC) concerning the Zoll LifeVest wearable cardioverter/defibrillator. We are forwarding this notice as it is relevant to all providers/agency members who may provide patient care.
At the time of this advisory, the Zoll LifeVest is reported to be the only wearable cardioverter/defibrillator available.
For more information, watch the Zoll LifeVest video for EMS providers: http://www.lifevest.zoll.com/medical-professionals/first_responder_resources.asp This short video includes a visual aid to understanding this device.