SGMC Health is thrilled to announce that its cardiovascular rehabilitation program has been recertified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) for another three years. This certification highlights the organization’s dedication to enhancing standards of care and improving the quality of life for individuals undergoing cardiac rehab.
Cardiac rehabilitation plays a vital role in recovery for those who have experienced coronary heart disease, heart attacks, bypass surgery, and other heart conditions. Through exercise, education, counseling, and healthy eating, this program helps reduce the risk of future cardiac events. In fact, according to the American Heart Association, nearly 935,000 Americans suffer from a coronary event each year, with over 30 percent at risk of a potentially more fatal second event. Cardiac rehab is essential in helping patients improve their exercise tolerance, energy levels, and overall health.
At SGMC Health, the cardiac rehab program includes both inpatient and outpatient care. The program focuses on encouraging lifestyle modifications that can last anywhere from 6 to 18 weeks depending on the patient’s condition and services covered. The aim is to help patients make long-term changes that improve their cardiovascular health.
SGMC Health offers a wide range of cardiovascular programs beyond just its cardiac rehab services. These include the region’s only open-heart program, structural heart and valve center, and cardiac electrophysiology program. Individuals can learn more about these comprehensive cardiovascular care services available at sgmc.org.
