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Women's Cardiovascular Center Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation Program
The Women's Cardiovascular Center Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation Program is a clinical program (outpatient clinic) that utilizes a multidisciplinary team of providers to prevent the occurrence or progression of cardiovascular disease in women. Those who have heart disease or have been treated for heart disease stand to benefit the most. Anyone who wants to lower her risk for heart or vascular disease is a candidate. Call toll free number 800.223.1696 (or 800.CCF.1696).
Rehabilitation/Fitness Programs
FITT - Individual Exercise Prescriptions
What is an exercise prescription? Exercise prescriptions provide specific information on:
F - frequency
I - intensity(how hard you need to work)
T - type of exercise
T - time or duration ..this allows you to get the most “bang for your buck” from the amount of time you spend exercising.
Call toll free number 800.223.1696 (or 800.CCF.1696).
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac Rehabilitation promotes healthy lifestyles through education and individually structured exercise programs to reduce the risk of future heart conditions. This is an individualized tailored program in conjunction with your physician. Call 800.223.2273, ext. 4-9353, or locally, call 216.444.9353.
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Rehabilitation
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Rehabilitation is a program for women who have leg fatigue or cramping as a result of blockages in the arteries. This program will help you increase the total amount of time you are able to walk; reduce your leg pain; and help reduce your risk factors for heart and vascular disease. Call 800.223.2273, ext. 4-9353, or locally, call 216.444.9353.
Nutrition Programs & Special Classes
Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation Nutrition Program
The Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation Nutrition Program offers a wide range of nutrition services led by experienced and specialized registered dietitians. One-on-one, group session or online nutritional counseling is available. Our comprehensive nutrition sessions include personalized care, realistic goal setting, and eating strategies tailored to your individual needs.
9500 Euclid Avenue, C5
Cleveland, OH 44195
Phone: 216.444.9353 or 800.223.2273, ext. 4-9353
Online Nutrition Consultation
MyConsult Nutrition Counseling, e-Cleveland Clinic
Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation
Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute at Cleveland Clinic
Phone: 216.444.3223 or 800.223.2273 ext 4-3223
E-mail: eClevelandClinic@ccf.org
Preventive Cardiology “Cooking for Your Heart” Culinary Series
For more information on class times, call 216.445.4522.
Weight Loss
Successful Lifestyle Modification or SLIM program
The Successful Lifestyle Modification or SLIM program is a supervised exercise, education and nutrition program focused on weight loss and weight management. Depending on your health status you may require a stress test to begin the program. Call 800.223.2273, ext. 4-9353, or locally, call 216.444.9353.
The Weigh to a Healthier Heart
The Weigh to a Healthier Heart is a 10-week comprehensive group weight-loss program. Our experienced team of physicians, dietitians, counselors and exercise physiologists will help you set realistic weight-loss goals and enhance your heart and vascular health. While the program is customized for you, our group setting provides a supportive community of individuals who, like you, are committed to adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle.
For more information, call 216.445.4306 or 800.223.2273, ext. 5-4306 or visit this page.
Behavioral Services
The following programs are available to help with lifestyle modification:
- smoking cessation
- one-to-one depression/anxiety counseling for those with heart disease
- support group for women with heart disease
Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute Web Chats
Health Talks
Health Talks are free community seminars held each month at the Cleveland Clinic suburban Family Health and Vascular Institute locations. The seminars feature presentations by leading Cleveland Clinic physicians and allied health professionals.
www.clevelandclinic.org/health/healthtalk
Heart and Vascular Support and Education Groups
Learn more about other Heart and Vascular Support and Education groups.
To make an appointment at the Women's Cardiovascular Center, call toll-free 800.223.1696 or locally, 216.444.9343. For more information, click on Contact Us or call the Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute Resource Center Nurse at 216.445.9288 or toll-free 866.289.6911.
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