Defibrillator installed on Everest winds up saving climber’s life just weeks later

Defibrillator installed on Everest winds up saving climber’s life just weeks later

Everest defibrillator activation highlights importance of CPR training and accessible devices

David Sullivan, 62, pictured here, made the journey to the Himalayas to place the lifesaving device on the mountain. (David Sullivan / SWNS)

While in the Himalayas, Sullivan didn’t just install the defibrillator – he also trained local Sherpas and villagers, many of whom had never received any kind of emergency medical instruction. (David Sullivan / SWNS)

"Being within three minutes of a defibrillator increases your chance of survival from 8% to more than 50%," said Sullivan, pictured above performing CPR on a training Manikin. (David Sullivan / SWNS)