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Cardiac Rehabilitation and The PREP
Program
What is Cardiac Rehab?
Cardiac Rehab (Phase II) at Hamilton Bradley Center is a 12-week medically supervised
program for the recovering cardiac patient. It is the next phase in feeling healthier
and returning to a full and productive life. The program includes monitored exercises,
educational sessions, dietary consults, and behavioral change interventions. The
goal of this program is to equip the patient with the necessary tools to be able
to make the appropriate choices and changes to help increase his/her physical, mental,
and emotional well being.
Who is Eligible for Cardiac Rehab?
The program is designed to assist cardiac patients and their families with the following
conditions:
- Heart Attack
- Heart Surgery (by-pass, valve replacement)
- Stent Placement
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Angina (current)
- Angioplasty
- Heart Transplant
Medicare and most insurance plans will cover the cost of cardiac rehab. Prospective
patients should contact their insurance company for coverage information.
What is the PREP Program?
PREP (Phase III) is a supervised exercise program designed for individuals who may
have special medical needs. This program includes patients who have already completed
the cardiac rehab program (graduates) and patients with hypertension, diabetes,
obesity, pulmonary disease or other chronic health conditions that make exercising
difficult. Heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation monitoring are provided.
Dietary consults and educational materials are available upon request.
Meet Our Team
Hamilton’s Cardiac Team consists of physicians, a registered nurse, exercise physiologists,
and a registered dietician who work together to provide specialized services including
exercise prescriptions, dietary consults, and education on various health topics
for the patient and their family. How do I enroll? A physician’s referral is required
for both Cardiac Rehab and the PREP program. Hamilton’s staff will work with you
and your physician to determine the appropriate program for you. After receiving
the physician’s referral the staff will contact you to set an appointment for an
initial assessment. Upon completion, the program is ready to begin. Please contact
our office at (706) 278-9355 for more information.
Physician Referral Form (PDF)
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