Preventive Cardiology Nutrition Services
Preventive Cardiology
One on one personalized nutrition counseling, with the dietitian for cardiac prevention or management of cardiovascular disease and its risk factors including: obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and hypertriglyceridemia. Includes nutrition counseling and individualized goal setting.
- To make an appointment, call 216.444.9353
- More information: Contact Julia Zumpano at 216.445.4306; or Kate Patton at 216.444.6655
- Learn more about Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation
Pediatric Preventive Cardiology Lipid Clinic
A multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, exercise physiologists and other healthcare professionals who take a comprehensive approach to preventing the onset/progression of cardiovascular disease in high risk pediatric patients.
- To make an appointment, call 216.444.9353
- More information: Contact Julia Zumpano at 216.445.4306; or Kate Patton at 216.444.6655
The Weigh to a Healthier Heart
Losing weight and lowering cholesterol is critical to a healthy heart. Support makes the difference, and we can help!
- Comprehensive 10-week group weight loss program
- Bi-weekly group exercise classes
- Weekly group sessions on healthy eating plans, grocery shopping, eating out, healthy cooking techniques and dealing with stress
- Two private nutrition sessions personalized to your lifestyle
- Cholesterol profiles before and after the program to track your progress
- Register: call the Department of Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation at 216.444.9353. Seating is limited!
- For more information: contact Kate Patton, MEd, RD, CSSD, LD -Clinical Dietitian
“This program isn’t a diet. It’s about nutrition and learning the right way of eating. The program changed my thinking, the way I shop, and the way I think about food. This was the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. I feel great!”
— Val
Exercise Classes
- Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:45 p.m.
- Group sessions follow Tuesday's exercise class until 6:30 p.m.
- Learn more about the Department of Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation.
- Learn more about the Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation Nutrition Program.
Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Weight Loss
An Offer for Medicare Patients
For Medicare Part B beneficiaries with body mass index (BMI) 30kg/m<sup>2</sup> and up. If you do not know your BMI ask your healthcare provider.
A combined approach that includes frequent one on one support provided by a nurse practitioner and a nutritional plan provided by a registered dietitian in order to make lifestyle changes that will support weight loss. Exercise guidance is also available.
Location:
Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation
located in the Sydell & Arnold Miller Family Pavilion, desk JB-1.
Covered for:
- One face-to-face visit every week for the first month
- One face-to-face visit every other week for two-six months
- One face-to-face visit every month for months seven to 12, provided the beneficiary has lost at least 3kg (6.6 lbs) over the course of the first six months of intensive therapy.
To schedule an appointment, please call 216.444.9353
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