It’s your choice!
When you choose to use the conveniently-located Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for your therapy, be sure to tell your doctor or insurance company. For more information about our program, call (336) 527-7523. Learn why Hugh Chatham is our region’s choice for a wide range of healthcare specialties.
"The program can help you maintain a healthier heart and reduce your risks of coronary artery disease."






Key Facts About the Program
• The Cardiac Rehab Program is a medically supervised, multi-disciplinary program staffed by a   group of dedicated professionals.
• The program meets Monday – Wednesday – Friday at the Elkin Recreation Center Gymnasium from    7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
• Each Wednesday, a 15-20 minute educational class follows the exercise session.
• We invite and encourage family members to attend educational classes.

Class topics:
• Nutrition
• Stress Management
• Cardiac Medications
• Risk Factors
• Exercise


Services
• Exercise therapy
• Rick factor education
• Diet education and modification
• Psychosocial education and counseling


Insurance
You may be eligible for insurance coverage for this program following:
• Heart attack
• Bypass surgery
• Balloon angioplasty/stent
• Heart transplant
• Stable angina


Frequently Asked Questions
Q.  How can the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program help me after I’ve experienced coronary artery disease?
A.   The Program can help you maintain a healthier heart and reduce your risks of coronary artery disease through a program of exercise and information.

Q.  If I want to participate in this program, what should I do?
A.   Talk with your doctor about the program.

Q.  Will the program be covered by insurance?
A.   That is likely. For insurance purposes, you will need a doctor’s referral.

Q.  What will I experience in the exercise classes?
A.   • The Cardiac Rehab staff will obtain your blood pressure and resting heart rate prior to starting            each exercise session.
        • The Exercise Physiologist will then lead the group through warm up exercises.
        • You will exercise for 30 to 45 minutes by walking or using stationary Airdyne Bikes or NuStep           recumbent steppers at a pace comfortable for you.
        • During this time, the staff will check your heart rhythm.
        • At the end of the class, the Exercise Physiologist will lead the class through cool-down           exercises.
Q.  When I complete the classes, are there any other steps I can take?
A.   We also offer a program for patients who would like to continue with exercise after they complete         the initial program.


Contact Us
For more information call: (336) 527-7523 and/or (336) 527-7524.