Holter Monitoring

Placement of a Holter monitor requires a physician’s order. Appointments   are scheduled through Cardiopulmonary services at 207 521 2522

A Holter monitor is a portable device that you wear attached to your chest by sticky pads called electrodes. It records every heartbeat for a specified length of time- usually 24-48 hours

Wearing a holter monitor can provide your doctor with information about your heart  rhythm., such as  if it is irregular ,fast or slow.