See why these people chose the WATCHMAN Implant to reduce their stroke risk from non-valvular AFib.
There are risks associated with all medical procedures. Please talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of the WATCHMAN Implant.
Journey to the WATCHMAN Implant
Hear why people living with non-valvular AFib (NV-AFib) chose the WATCHMAN Implant procedure over their blood thinners to reduce stroke risk.
What were your struggles with blood thinners?
"It actually scares you to death when you cannot stop that bleeding."
What was the procedure like?
"Within two days, I didn't even realize that I had anything done at all."
What’s life like after getting the WATCHMAN Implant?
"My family would say I'm much happier now."
Stories from WATCHMAN Ambassadors
Get to know some of the 500,000+ people living with the WATCHMAN Implant.
MEET LINDA
For Linda, the fear and anxiety of blood thinners was hindering her retirement. Thanks to the WATCHMAN Implant, she's free to travel and enjoy her retirement community.
MEET FRED
Fred struggled with bleeding issues from blood thinners until the WATCHMAN Implant helped him take back control of his life.
MEET WAYNE
After getting his WATCHMAN Implant procedure, Wayne’s back to yoga, hiking and volunteering – all without the worries of bleeding or fear of stroke.
MEET JOYCE
Taking blood thinners for her AFib stroke risk caused Joyce gastric bleeding. Now at 87, she's happy to be living life on her terms with her WATCHMAN Implant.
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Talking to your doctor
Wondering if the WATCHMAN Implant could be right for you? Find out and get a personalized discussion guide. Here’s how other people talked to their doctors.
Daniel sits down with Dr. Flood
"He was losing a big part of his life from the perils of anticoagulation."
Brenda with her friend and doctor, Dr. Chisner
"Brenda is a very, very active person. Being on an anticoagulant was a ball and chain for her."
Stewart chats with Dr. Osimani
"There's nothing better than being able to take a patient off that kind of medication."
Get to know the WATCHMAN Implant
What’s the WATCHMAN Implant, how does it work and is it safe? Doctors and their patients answer your questions.
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Browse more videos of real people who chose the WATCHMAN Implant.
MEET ROD
Rod's young, active lifestyle made the risks of taking blood thinners a big concern. Now the WATCHMAN Implant enables him to live his life to the fullest.
MEET CAROLE
Since receiving the WATCHMAN Implant, Carole enjoys traveling without fear of bleeding.
CONOCE A FERMIN
Fermín esta feliz a estar viviendo una vida normal, gracias a el implante WATCHMAN.
Connect with a WATCHMAN Ambassador
WATCHMAN Ambassadors are people who have received the WATCHMAN Implant and have volunteered to share their experience. You can ask them about their experiences on blood thinners, why they chose the WATCHMAN Implant, what life is like after the procedure, and more. Our education team can connect you.
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WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure Implant
Important Safety Information
The WATCHMAN FLX and WATCHMAN FLX Pro Devices are permanent implants designed to close the left atrial appendage in the heart in an effort to reduce the risk of stroke.
With all medical procedures there are risks associated with the implant procedure and the use of the device. The risks include, but are not limited to, accidental puncture of the heart causing fluid to collect around the heart possibly leading towards the need for an additional procedure, allergic reaction, anesthesia risks, altered mental status or confusion after procedure, arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), bleeding or throat pain from the TEE (Trans Esophageal Echo) probe, chest pain/discomfort, congestive heart failure, renal failure, excessive bleeding, gastrointestinal bleeding, groin puncture bleed, bruising at the catheter insertion site, groin pain, anemia (reduced red blood cells requiring transfusion), hypotension, infection/pneumonia (example: in or around your heart or lungs), misplacement of the device, improper seal of the appendage or movement of device from appendage wall, clot formation on the device, blood clot or air bubbles in the lungs or other organs, stroke, transient ischemic attack (temporary stroke-like symptoms), cranial bleed (bleeding in or around your brain), thrombosis (blockage of a blood vessel or vein by a clot) and in rare cases death can occur.
Be sure to talk with your doctor so that you thoroughly understand all of the risks and benefits associated with the implantation of the device. SH-2109508-AA