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The Fascinating Story of Cardiac Pacemakers Inc., the Startup That Put Lithium Batteries in Hearts

Discover the remarkable story of Cardiac Pacemakers Inc., the St. Paul startup that helped transform heart care by introducing long-lasting lithium batteries into implantable pacemakers. From bold engineering breakthroughs to life-saving medical innovation, this documentary explores how a small company changed cardiac technology and improved millions of lives.

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Discover the remarkable story of Cardiac Pacemakers Inc., the St. Paul startup that helped transform heart care by introducing long-lasting lithium batteries into implantable pacemakers. From bold engineering breakthroughs to life-saving medical innovation, this documentary explores how a small company changed cardiac technology and improved millions of lives.

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