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Cardiac Academy

Though having a heart event can be a challenging and emotional experience, you don't have to go through it alone. Our team of cardiac rehab professionals will provide the support and education you need to commit to a healthier lifestyle. 

Choose United Regional’s Cardiac Academy

United Regional's Cardiac Academy prioritizes the well-being of patients with heart conditions or a history of heart surgery by utilizing practices centered around nutrition, healthy mindsets, and exercise to minimize future heart risks

We provide the education and encouragement you need to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Together, we'll track your progress and help you reach your health and wellness goals.

A Healthier Lifestyle with the Cardiac Academy

This program caters to the dynamic needs of cardiac patients through routine monitoring, wellness visits, and additional support between scheduled physician appointments. The program features both exercise and education at every visit. Following a disease management plan, our objectives include:

  • Exercise: Our safety-focused team of cardiac rehab experts tailor exercise to your current fitness level and create a personalized plan to help you meet your health goals.
  • Education: In-depth videos, workshops, and cooking classes demonstrate the three pillars of the Cardiac Academy, resulting in long-term lifestyle change.

Cardiac Academy is covered by Medicare and many commercial insurers and is available to patients with the following qualifiers:

  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Current stable angina (chest pain)
  • Heart attack
  • Heart or heart-lung transplant
  • Heart valve repair or replacement
  • Stenting or angioplasty

Cardiac Academy's Three Pillars

United Regional Health Care System’s Cardiac Academy approaches recovery and rehabilitation utilizing three pillars.

Regular Exercise

Improve cardiovascular endurance and increase strength as you enhance your overall health.

Heart-Healthy Nutrition

Learn to prepare affordable and satisfying meals, read nutrition labels, and make balanced choices when dining out, all while successfully managing your weight. 

Click here to see our guide on sodium content of common foods.

Healthy Mindset

As you begin your recovery, what are your reasons for living a longer, healthier life? Time with family, the freedom to travel, reduced medical costs? No matter the reasons, our team of experts in the fields of exercise, medicine, nutrition, and mental health are ready to help.


 

 

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