Paul Zoll (doctor)

Dr. Paul Zoll was a pioneering American cardiologist known for developing the first successful external defibrillator and the implantable pacemaker. His innovations revolutionized heart rhythm management by providing life-saving treatments for abnormal heart rhythms and arrhythmias. Zoll’s work laid the foundation for modern cardiac electrophysiology, significantly improving survival rates for patients with serious heart rhythm disorders. He was also a dedicated researcher and educator, advancing understanding of cardiac function and device therapy. His contributions have had a lasting impact on cardiology, making heart rhythm control safer and more accessible worldwide.