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Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Medical Director, Cardiac Rehab: William Reilly, M.D.*

*Dr. Reilly is an independent practitioner and is neither an employee nor an agent of Sparta Community Hospital.

Services and Phases

  • Phase II
  • Phase III / Maintenance
  • Stress Testing
  • Holter Monitor

Hours

Vary according to service received

Phase II

The Cardiac Rehab offered by Sparta Community Hospital starts with Phase II. Phase II begins shortly after your discharge from the hospital. The main facets of Phase II are monitored exercise, education, and counseling. The exercise portion of Phase II is designed to strengthen your cardiac efficiency. Increases in your level of exercise will happen gradually and are based on your tolerance, monitored heart rate, and blood pressure. Registered nurses with advanced cardiac training will conduct the exercise sessions, which last approximately one hour, two or three times a week, for a total of 36 sessions, under the supervision of a Cardiologist.

Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation

Diagnosis Accepted

  • Stable Post MI Acute myocardial infarction with in the past 12 months
  • Stable Angina Pectoris: Pre entry stress test which is positive for exercise induced ischemia within 6 months of starting Cardiac Rehabilitation. Positive Stress tests also include perfusion studies with demonstrate ischemia.
  • Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
  • Percutaneous transluminal coronary angoplasty (PTCA) or coronary stenting (PTCI)
  • Heart or Lung Transplant
  • Heart Valve repair/replacement

EKG monitored and supervised cardiac exercise program with heart healthy education

Phase III Maintenance

This phase immediately follows PH II Cardiac Rehabilitation. When the Patient is not as intensely monitored or supervised but is still involved in regular endurance exercise training and lifestyle change. The transition to this phase varies according to each individual.

Maintenance is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 8:00 am till 11:00 am.

General Information

  • Eating a light meal 2 hours before exercise is recommended
  • The equipment that you will use includes hand weights, exercise bikes, a step machine and treadmills
  • Please follow the directions of your physician for any medications you may be taking.
  • Dress in clothing that is appropriate for exercise such as comfortable shoes, loose pants or shorts, and a light shirt.
  • If you are a smoker, avoiding tobacco use for 2 hours before your session will ensure the best results.

For scheduling: contact 618-443-2177 ext 2185

Cardiologists

The following cardiologists and mid-level practitioners are independent practitioners and are neither employees nor agents of Sparta Community Hospital.

Dr. Chiu and Lori Helmers NP

Specialty: Cardiologist
Day(s) of Clinic: Fridays at the Heart Health Clinic
Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
For Appointments: 443-2858 or Ext 2179

Dr. Rielly and Craig Stewart PA

Specialty: Cardiologist
Day(s) of Clinic: Mondays at the Heart Health Clinic
Start Time: 1:00 p.m.

Dr. Satwani

Specialty: Cardiologist
Day(s) of Clinic: Tuesdays at the Heart Health Clinic
Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
For Appointments: 443-2858 or Ext 2179

Dr. Shah and Lori Helmers NP

Specialty: Cardiologist
Day(s) of Clinic: Wednesdays (even dates) at the Heart Health Clinic
Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
For Appointments: 443-2858 or Ext 2179