Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center is proud to announce the recertification of its Cardiac Rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).

Cardiovascular rehabilitation programs are designed to help people with cardiovascular problems (e.g. heart attacks, coronary artery bypass graft surgery, etc.) recover faster and improve their quality of life. The program includes exercise, education, counseling and support for patients and their families.

For recertification, Good Sam’s Cardiac Rehab program participated in the one-month application process which required extensive documentation of the program’s practices to ensure adherence to national standards and guidelines.

Certified AACVPR programs are recognized as leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation because they offer the most advanced practices available. AACVPR Program Certification is valid for three years.

“Our cardiac rehabilitation staff is always dedicated to providing our patients with the attention needed to help them improve their quality of life and reduce their risk for future heart-related events,” said Qunin Griffis, lead exercise specialist. “Receiving national recertification just shows our efforts to improve patient outcomes and that we follow and support the national guidelines for excellence.”

To learn more about Good Sam’s Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab program, call (541) 768-5323 or visit www.samhealth.org/SHVI.