Can Your Pacemaker Be Removed? What are the conequences? Is it time for your pacemaker replacement surgery? Everyone that has one will end up getting a replacement at some time. The batteries should last for about 13 to 15 years. Technology has come a long way, as it use to be 6 to 10 years.  For Some that have had a pacemaker implanted and changed their mind for whatever reasons, Yes you can have it removed. It’s not recommended because if you do this, you will go back to the same condition you started with before the procedure, or worse. Not only is it discouraged (unless you have a good…