Cardiac Rehabilitation Services

Patients who have suffered a heart attack or coronary bypass surgery may be referred to MCH Cardiac Rehabilitation Services. Through monitored exercise, education and emotional support, patients learn skills which can help strengthen their cardiac system to put them on the road to recovery and help prevent further heart complications. A physician referral is necessary.

The cardiac rehabilitation gym includes treadmills, exercise bikes and weight-lifting equipment. Trained staff members are on hand at all times to assist patients in using the equipment. Staff members also will assist in developing a personal fitness program designed to meet each patient's individualized health needs.

Because learning about heart disease management and living heart healthy is crucial to the recovery process, trained staff members offer education materials on nutrition, reducing cholesterol levels, cardiac risk factors and weight management.