Implantable Medical Devices FAQs

Yes. In addition to the precautions below, we recommend that you follow the directions from the manufacturer or your implantable medical device, and guidance from your health care provider, when using a mobile phone/device.

Always keep the phone or mobile device more than 6 inches from your implantable medical device when the mobile device is turned on.

No. Don't carry your mobile device in a breast pocket.

When using your mobile phone, use the ear that's opposite of the implantable medical device to minimize the potential for interference.

Turn the mobile device off immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.