BEDFORD—The Indiana University Health Bedford Hospital Cardiac Rehab is pleased to announce that it has recently been certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).
Larry Bailey, FACHE, IU Health Bedford Hospital Chief Operating Officer, commented, “I’m proud of our team for achieving this certification. Our cardiac rehab program is comprised of a highly caring and experienced team, and this certification recognizes their high standards of care.”
The cardiac rehab team comprises highly skilled professionals, including registered nurses, a registered respiratory therapist, an exercise physiologist, registered dietitians, pharmacists, and physicians. Together, they work with their patients to improve their overall heart health by:
- Helping patients regain strength
- Increasing patients’ understanding of heart health
- Providing support and motivation
These experts collaborate with their patients and work toward better heart health through supervised exercise, continually monitored EKG devices, cardiac-specific education, nutrition plans, and motivational support.
The program can benefit many individuals, including those who have experienced:
- Balloon angioplasty
- Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
- Heart disease, angina, or heart attack
- Heart failure
- Heart transplant
- Stents
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Valve repair or replacement
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
Working with experts like those at IU Health Bedford Hospital can help patients reduce their risk of future heart events and focus on moving forward for a healthier future. For more information about the IU Health Bedford Hospital Cardiac Rehab program, please call 812-276-4258.
