Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation services offered in Tempe, AZ

If you have a heart condition or recently recovered from a heart attack, see the experts at the Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona in Tempe, Arizona. Board-certified cardiologist Thaslim Kassim, MD, FACC, offers superior cardiac rehabilitation to strengthen your heart. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today to take advantage of this exceptional service.

Cardiac Rehabilitation Q&A

What is cardiac rehabilitation?

Cardiac rehabilitation at the Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona involves personalized rehab programs consisting of education, diet, and exercise for people with heart issues. You may be a candidate for cardiac rehabilitation after heart surgery or a heart attack to optimize healing. Dr. Kassim offers rehab plans customized to your unique needs.

What are the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation?

Cardiac rehabilitation at the Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona offers numerous benefits, including:

Increased strength
Healthier heart
Reduced risk of future heart issues
Lower risk of worsening heart disease
Diminished chance of a heart attack or stroke
Better quality of life

Cardiac rehabilitation decreases recovery time and helps you avoid future heart problems. Dr. Kassim is highly skilled, with more than a decade of experience.

Who is a candidate for cardiac rehabilitation?

You may be a candidate for cardiac rehabilitation if your medical history includes:

Heart attack
Cardiomyopathy
Heart failure
Angioplasty with stenting
Congenital heart diseases
Coronary artery disease (CAD)
Chest pain
Coronary artery bypass surgery
Heart transplant
Lung transplant
Heart valve replacement or repair
Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

To determine if cardiac rehabilitation is right for you, Dr. Kassim discusses your symptoms and medical history, checks your vital signs, completes a physical exam, and orders blood testing.

You might be a candidate for an electrocardiogram (EKG), stress testing, echocardiogram, other imaging procedures, or additional diagnostic heart tests.

What does cardiac rehabilitation include?

The Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona’s cardiac rehabilitation program often consists of:

Emotional support
Personalized exercise training
Lifestyle education
Diet plans
Dietary supplements
Medications
Healthy weight management
Smoking cessation

Your individualized plan is based on your diagnosis, lifestyle, and desired outcome. The first stages of the program may last for several months.

You meet with heart specialists who provide periodic medical checkups and long-lasting support. The results of cardiac rehabilitation are endless, offering the best quality of life possible. The Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona also provides heart and blood vessel procedures if necessary.

Call the Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona office at any time with questions throughout your treatment.

Schedule a cardiac rehabilitation evaluation at the Cardiovascular Clinic of Arizona by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.