Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac rehab is a monitored exercise and educational program for patients with heart disease who are at risk for heart disease.  Our program is under the direction of a physician and combines the expertise of several disciplines to best serve the patient.  The cardiac rehab team includes physicians, nurses, dietitians, and physical therapists.  The goal focus on improving the patients cardiac symptoms and quality of life.

Who Benefits?

Patients with known diagnosis of heart disease including any of the following:

• Coronary Artery Disease

• Cardiac Transplant Coronary Artery Bypass

• Cardiac Valvular Surgery

• Coronary Angioplasty

• Previous Heart Attack

Patients with the following may benefit:

• Diabetes

• Obesity

• High Blood Pressure

• Family History

• Smokers

• High Cholesterol

• COPD

What is the Program Design?

Phase II CR 6-12

The program is up to twelve weeks in duration, two/three days per week, and consists of individualized aerobic and anaerobic exercises.  The patient's electrocardiogram and blood pressure are monitored during the aerobic exercises, include stretching, muscle toning and weight training.  The program also includes educational sessions designed to help both patients and their families understand heart disease, risk factors, nutrition, medications, and stress management.  The sessions are led by experts who provide ample opportunity for questions and answers.

Phase III/IV

This program is a monitored workout.  Blood Pressure, SPO2, and heart rate are check upon request.  Sessions are done on a monthly basis, 2 days a week.

Enrollment Requirements

• A stress test done within one year prior to enrollment.  (Stress tests can be performed by the primary physician or by the cardiac rehabilitation staff.)  This is not required, but advised.

• A prescription for Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation. (Can be written by primary physician or cardiologist.)

• Documented proof of primary diagnosis, from referring physicians notes.