Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab
Baton Rouge General offers a cardiac and pulmonary rehab program to help patients regain a healthy and energetic lifestyle after suffering a heart condition, pulmonary disease or after certain procedures. Our highly trained medical staff guide you through a comprehensive program to help you reach optimum cardiovascular and pulmonary health.
Why would someone need cardiac and pulmonary rehab?
A patient may be referred for cardiac & pulmonary rehab if they have experienced any of the following:
- Angioplasty (balloon procedure)
- Cardiac transplantation
- Coronary bypass surgery
- Heart attack
- Heart failure
- Heart valve replacement
- Stent implantation
- Stable angina
- Valvular surgery
- Pulmonary or lung disease
What are the benefits of cardiac and pulmonary rehab?
- Improved muscle strength, endurance and flexibility
- Lowered blood pressure and heart rate
- Possible reduction of total cholesterol and increase in HDL “good” cholesterol
- Improve mood and mental health
- Help support a healthy immune system
More about our 12-week program?
Our 12-week program includes:
- Monitored sessions that are safe and effective. During your therapy, we will continuously monitor your progress and maintain frequent communication with your physician. Our goal is to ensure you are growing stronger and healthier.
- Tailored exercise routines including walking, cycling and other cardiovascular activities that can help you strengthen your heart.
- A healthy eating plan developed by our registered dietitians who will work with you to ensure that your diet fits your lifestyle and nutritional needs. Our dietitians will also motivate you, track your progress, and help you find ways to stick to your new plan.
- Emotional support from therapists who understand that dealing with heart and lung disease can sometimes cause depression, fear, anxiety and stress. Our nurses and counselors will help you and your family cope with these feelings and find comfort in your new, healthy lifestyle.
What Happens After Rehab?
Throughout your sessions, your rehab team will motivate you to maintain a healthy lifestyle and show you how to continue your progress at home. While your success depends largely on your dedication to your new lifestyle, you are never alone in your recovery.
To participate in the program, a physician referral is required. Call (225) 763-4452 for more information.
Location
Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet
Side Entrance facing Peyton Drive
(225) 763-4452
Map & Directions
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Darrin M. Breaux, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease
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Vinod Chainani, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
- 225-465-6810
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Thomas Marsden, MDCardiothoracic Surgery
- 225-215-0250
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Shane Prejean, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
- 985-876-0300
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Abdullah Munir, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology
- 225-654-1559
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Steven E. Kelley, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Koteswara Pothineni, MDCardiac CT, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Anesthesia, Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology
- 225-964-5514
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Henry C. Patrick, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Lance C. LaMotte, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Victor Q. Tran, MD,FACSVascular Surgery
- 225-769-4493
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Thomas Gullatt, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Electrophysiology
- 225-308-0247
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Babu Jasti, MDCardiovascular Disease
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Nakia A. Newsome, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology
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Venkat R. Surakanti, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Fred H. Petty, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Imtiaz Khan, MDCardiothoracic Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery
- 225-877-2872
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Mark Pollet, MDCardiology
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Robert H. Drennan, MDCardiovascular Disease, Electrophysiology
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Joseph M. Cefalu, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Donna D. Adams, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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Phillip Smith, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, Interventional Cardiology
- 225-308-0247
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Boyd E. Helm, MDCardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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