Ascension St. Vincent's Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation -Jacksonville

Care teams at Ascension St. Vincent's Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation in Jacksonville, FL, provide personalized care for your heart and lung recovery.
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Ascension St. Vincent’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation in Jacksonville, Florida, provides comprehensive outpatient care dedicated to strengthening your heart and lungs as continued recovery of your cardiac or pulmonary condition. Our program specialists are recognized by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) for their high standards of care. 

If you or a loved one have experienced heart or lung procedures like bypass surgery, coronary stent or angioplasty, heart pump, Zephyr valve and heart or lung transplant your doctor may refer you to a cardiopulmonary specialist for care. 

Cardiopulmonary care at Ascension St. Vincent’s

From your first visit, our multidisciplinary care team of cardiologists, pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists takes the time to listen, understand your goals and concerns, and collaborate with you and your physician to develop a customized rehabilitation plan that supports your recovery.

We help manage your chronic condition using exercise, education and emotional support. Your cardiopulmonary care team will help create a treatment plan that is right for you. We help manage chronic conditions like heart failure, angina, COPD and asthma. By completing our program, you can improve your quality of life and fast-track your return to resuming normal daily activities and work with these key components:

  • Breathing retraining techniques to improve respiratory function
  • Educational sessions to focus on heart and lung health
  • Emotional and psychosocial support to aid in your overall well-being
  • Lifestyle modification guidance to establish and maintain healthy habits
  • Medication maintenance and symptom control
  • Monitored strength and endurance training tailored to your condition and fitness level
  • Nutritional counseling to support healthy eating habits
  • Risk reduction for future cardiac events 
  • Stress reduction and confidence building 
  • Weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol management

A doctor referral is required to participate in the program. Please speak with your healthcare provider to determine if cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation is appropriate for you. If you are a doctor wanting to learn more about our cardiopulmonary rehabilitation programs or to make a referral, please call 904-308-7560.

Cardiac rehabilitation outpatient program 

Our cardiac rehabilitation is a six-week outpatient therapy program designed to support your recovery, restore physical strength and build confidence following a cardiac event or procedure. 

We specialize in the rehabilitation and support of individuals who have undergone heart surgery or have been diagnosed with the following conditions:

  • Bypass surgery
  • Coronary stent or angioplasty
  • Heart failure
  • Heart attack
  • Heart transplant or heart pump
  • Heart valve replacement or repair
  • Treatment for angina

At the end of the six- week program, we offer a follow-up maintenance program to help you maintain progress and support long-term heart health. 

Pulmonary rehabilitation outpatient program 

Our pulmonary rehabilitation is a comprehensive, eight-week outpatient therapy program committed to helping individuals with lung disease breathe easier and live healthier lives. 

We specialize in the rehabilitation and support of individuals with a wide range of pulmonary conditions, including:

  • Asthma
  • Chronic bronchitis
  • Cystic fibrosis
  • Emphysema
  • Post-COVID lung conditions
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Other restrictive lung diseases

At the end of the eight- week program, we offer a follow-up maintenance program to support long- term pulmonary wellness and continued improvement. 

Support after cardiopulmonary rehabilitation 

Completion of the rehabilitation program is an important milestone and your journey to better health doesn’t end there. At Ascension St. Vincent’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, we are committed to supporting your long-term wellness.

We offer a follow-up maintenance program that provides continued access to our gym facilities and educational resources in a supportive environment. With guidance from your doctor and the expertise of our dedicated care team, managing your ongoing recovery and maintaining your health becomes a more achievable and sustainable goal.

Insurance coverage for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services are covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare Part B and many private health insurance providers. For specific information about your benefits and coverage, please contact your insurance company directly.

If you are experiencing chest pain, especially in combination with jaw or arm pain, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting or difficulty breathing, you might be having a heart attack. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.