Cardiac Rehabilitation
Columbia Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac Rehab Program is designed to help people who have heart disease or experienced a cardiac event by providing Phase II and III Cardiac Rehab services to patients from all over the Northern Oregon Coast and surrounding areas. Cardiac Rehab will help you recover faster and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease risk factors by providing a multifaceted approach consisting of monitored exercise, nutritional and lifestyle education, and support. Our department is equipped with a wide variety of cardio and strength training equipment to meet the various needs and limitations of our patients.
Our Staff:
Cardiac Rehab is medically supervised by a Masters degree educated Clinical Exercise Physiologist and a Registered Nurse, both trained and certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Phase II Cardiac Rehab:
Focuses on individualized exercise programming, exercise progression, goal setting and tracking, healthy lifestyle and behavior change education, and monitored vital signs during rest and exercise. Phase II requires a physician referral and is typically covered by medical insurance. Patients are monitored during every session with EKG telemetry. Exercise sessions typically last 1 to 1.5 hours, three times a week for 12 weeks. Patients are qualified if recovering from the following:
• Recent Heart Attack
• Coronary Bypass Surgery (CABG)
• Stable Angina
• Angioplasty (PTCA) / Stent
• Heart or Heart/Lung Transplant
• Valve Repair/Replacement
Phase III Cardiac Rehab:
Is an independent exercise program that is medically supervised by cardiac rehab staff. Phase III exercise times are available during operating hours, and also focus on individualized exercise programming and goal setting. Patients qualified for Phase III include anyone with heart failure, or those with diagnosed cardiovascular risk factors including hypertension (high blood pressure) and hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol).
Our Approach: Multidisciplinary and Progressive
Exercise: A custom exercise regimen is developed based on initial intake and functional exam, and progressed throughout participation. Exercise is medically supervised by a cardiac trained exercise physiologist. Patients are continuously monitored with state of the art EKG technology. Cardiovascular fitness through exercise decreases the risk of a heart attack by 50%.
Education: We will actively promote and assist in comprehensive healthy lifestyle and behavior change education sessions, provided as a component of regular class times. Guidance regarding balanced nutrition and exercise will help you lose weight and make healthier food choices aimed at reducing fat, sodium and cholesterol intake. Additional topics include reading food labels, benefits of regular exercise, home exercise programs, stress and emotions, hypertension, diabetes management, and smoking cessation.
Support: Adjusting and recovering from a serious health problem often takes time and support. Participants in cardiac rehab receive vital support from other members who are going through the same experiences, as well as staff, family and friends. Emotional support is an essential component in successful management of cardiovascular disease. Cardiac Rehab will help you rebuild your life physically, mentally and emotionally.
Class Times
Phase II
Mon 8:00, 9:30, 11:00, 1:00, 4:30
Tues New Patient Intakes 7:00-12:00 PM
Wed 8:00, 9:30, 11:00, 1:00, 4:30
Thurs 8:00, 9:30, 11:00, 1:00, 4:30
Phase III
Mon 7:00-12:00 PM; 1:00-6:00 PM
Tues New Patient Intakes 7:00-12:00 PM
Wed 7:00-12:00 PM; 1:00-6:00 PM
Thurs 7:00-12:00 PM; 1:00-6:00 PM
Getting Started:
A physician referral is required for admission to the program. Please contact your primary care physician or cardiologist for referral. Feel free to contact us at 503-338-4052 with any questions you may have regarding participation or the referral process.
Location:
We are conveniently located in the Professional Office Building of Columbia Memorial Hospital.
2055 Exchange St., Suite 170
Astoria, OR 97103
Phone: 503-338-4052
Fax: 503-338-4053
Links:
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation