Cardiac Rehabilitation

Recover and strengthen your heart with customized care

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, often striking without warning. Even after experiencing a heart attack or similar cardiac event, there's hope for recovery. Cardiac Rehabilitation at Daviess Community Hospital offers personalized exercise and dietary plans to help repair heart damage, reduce artery plaque, and lower the risk of future cardiac events.

Who can benefit from Cardiac Rehabilitation?

We welcome patients for cardiac rehabilitation if they have experienced any of the following:

• Stable Angina
• Stent Placement
• Coronary Bypass Surgery
• Valve Repair or Replacement
• Heart Attack
• Congestive Heart Failure
• Heart Transplant

Medicare and most healthcare providers cover cardiac rehabilitation. Contact your insurance carrier for details about your coverage.

Customized Cardiac Rehabilitation Phases

At Daviess Community Hospital, we tailor cardiac rehabilitation sessions to meet your specific diagnosis and recovery needs. Our comprehensive program includes the following phases:

Supervised Outpatient Care

• In this phase, patients participate in monitored exercise sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. These sessions are designed to help you regain strength and confidence with professional supervision and personalized care. We schedule appointments at your convenience to ensure you can continue your recovery safely and effectively.

Independent Maintenance

• By this stage, you should feel confident in maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle on your own. You may choose to continue monitoring your heart rate at home or participate in group exercise programs. Maintenance sessions at the hospital are also available—just contact Connie Wilson at (812) 254-8895 for more details.

Comprehensive exercise and education

Our cardiac rehabilitation program mirrors your activity level at home while closely monitoring your heart. We use various equipment, including treadmills, Airdyne bikes, arm ergometers, NuStep exercisers, and free weights, to enhance your heart and muscle strength and endurance. Education sessions are integrated into your exercise routine, covering vital topics like cholesterol management, diet, exercise, and recognizing heart attack symptoms.

Take the next step toward heart health

Discuss the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation with your physician. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at (812) 254-8895. At Daviess Community Hospital, we are dedicated to helping you achieve a stronger, healthier heart.

Connie Wilson, MSN, RN, CCRP, CCEP
Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation Nurse

Jessica Phipps, BSN, RN
Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation Nurse