Cardiac Rehabilitation Program - Phase 3

CARDIAC REHAB HELPS HEART PATIENTS TO IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE

The Health and Wellness Center by Doylestown Hospital Supervised Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation

A great place to continue your heart healthy habits!

The journey to wellness continues at the Health and Wellness Center by Doylestown Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Center.  Most patients that have completed the phase 2 program have not yet reached all of their goals.  Our Cardiac Rehab program is a short-term three to six month program designed to reinforce the lifestyle skills introduced in phase 2. 

Have you stopped exercising on a regular basis? Our program can be used as a training site to get you back on your feet and then choose a gym of your choice.

Supervision:

Our highly skilled staff  will work with you to create an individualized lifestyle management program based on your interview, physical assessment, medical history and goals. 

The Transition:

Leaving phase 2 and exercising in a gym can be an uncomfortable experience.  Our Cardiac Rehab program at the Health & Wellness Center is designed to lessen your anxiety by closely supervising and teaching you proper use of equipment. 

The Cardiac Rehab staff at the Health & Wellness Center will continue to report your progress to your physicians.  In three to six months most patients will be at goal level and will be ready to join the Health & Wellness Center's Fitness Program.  Others may need to remain in our supervised phase 3 program.

Exercise Instruction and Ongoing Education:

- Set goals  based on your ability & interest.
- Monitor heart rate & blood pressure with exercise session.
- Learn to maximize your time and effort.
- Learn to progress your exercise intensity and duration for continuous improvement.
- Challenge yourself in a safe, supervised environment.
- Achieve  independence in three to six months or sooner.

Fitness Evaluations:

- Periodic assessments to monitor progress and refocus program as needed.
- Follow-up  letters to physicians to optimize your care. 

The Difference:

You will receive ongoing education  in stress management, weight loss, heart-healthy eating, essentials of exercise and much more. Through personal consultation, presentations and take home materials, our staff will make sure you receive the information needed to be successful.

Staff Qualifications:  

Cardiac Rehab staff members have their master's degree in exercise physiology.

Program Goals: 

- Improve cardiovascular and pulmonary function
- Improve muscular strength and flexibility
- Modify cardiac risk factors
- Maintain an active lifestyle
- Reduce likelihood of coronary event, hospitalizations and complications
- Improve sense of well-being
- Gain the confidence to exercise independently

Hours:

Monday - Wednesday - Friday
6:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday - Thursday
7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Saturday
8:00 am to 12 pm