Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
803-395-2887
Helping Patients Improving Heart & Lung Function
The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program at the Regional Medical Center
is one of a very few South Carolina programs that is nationally certified
by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
Offering cardiac and pulmonary programs, both are designed to assist individuals
in regaining and maintaining their maximum quality of life through medically-supervised
physical conditioning in a supportive environment.
Program Eligibility
The program is open to those who previously experienced heart attacks, cardiac surgery or lung cancer, as well as heart or lung transplant candidates who need rehabilitation therapy in reaching pre-surgery and post-surgery requirements. Those who currently suffer from the following conditions are also eligible:
- Coronary artery disease
- Coronary high-risk factors
- Pulmonary conditions such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma or sarcoidosis
- Occupational/environmental lung disease
Rehabilitation Staff
Each patient team includes a registered nurse, respiratory therapist, dietitian, chaplain, pharmacist, and vocational rehabilitation counselor.
Referral to the Program
A physician referral is required.
