Cardiac Rehabilitation specialists - Boston, MA

We found 3 cardiac rehabilitation specialists in Boston, MA.

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Nancy McCleary, RN

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Cardiac Rehabilitation

25 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114

Ms. Nancy McCleary specializes in cardiac rehabilitation and practices in Boston, MA.
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Dr. Gail E. Semigran, MD

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Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Adult Cardiology

25 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114

preventive cardiology, heart problems

Dr. Gail Semigran works as an adult cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation specialist in Boston, MA. Dr. Semigran attended Harvard Medical School.
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Kathleen Traynor, MS, RN

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Cardiac Rehabilitation

25 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114

Ms. Kathleen Traynor works as a cardiac rehabilitation specialist in Boston, MA.

What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?

Cardiac rehabilitation is an outpatient treatment option for patients recovering from a recent cardiac (heart) condition. Patients are advised to participate in specialized programs that last for three months or longer. These programs may allow patients to repair cardiovascular health and to prevent risk of heart disease. Physical activity, dietary adjustments, and stress management are all components of a typical cardiac rehabilitation program.

Cardiac rehabilitation specialists evaluate, educate, and support patients through the completion of the rehabilitative program. Cardiac rehabilitation specialists may collaborate with cardiologists, nutritionists, and physical therapists (among others) to form a care team that develops and directs patients' rehabilitative programs. The following conditions may require cardiac rehabilitation:

Cardiac arrest (heart attack)
Heart failure
Coronary artery disease, caused by a buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries
Surgeries such as coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve replacement, and angioplasty
Heart or lung(s) transplant
Some congenital heart diseases

The process of cardiac rehabilitation begins with an evaluation by the cardiac rehabilitation specialist, who measures patients' vital signs, range of motion, physical strength, and mobility. This assessment may occur when a patient is still in hospital care. Following hospital discharge, a rehabilitation regimen may be assigned which sets specific goals and routine tasks. Cardiac rehabilitation may involve:

Physical exercise for cardiovascular strength and mobility
Dietary plans for heart health
Smoking cessation
Counseling and emotional support

Cardiac rehabilitation specialists also educate patients and their families on the proper usage of assistive devices (such as a walker or cane) and oxygen therapy equipment, as well on performing post-surgical care. Cardiac rehabilitation specialists possess a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, nursing, or a related field, as well as additional training in cardiac rehabilitation.

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Cardiac Rehabilitation specialists - Boston, MA

We found 3 cardiac rehabilitation specialists in Boston, MA.

Nancy McCleary, RN

Dr. Gail E. Semigran, MD

Kathleen Traynor, MS, RN

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What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?