The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Northwest Hospital & Medical Center provides services to people who have heart problems and those who are at risk of developing heart disease. The comprehensive program is individually tailored to meet each participant’s needs. The prescribed exercise is supplemented with cardiac risk factor modification, education, and counseling.

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is located in the Cardiac Fitness Center in the McMurray Building on the main campus, at 1550 North 115th Street, Seattle.

Entrance to the program is by physician referral. The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is staffed by registered nurses, exercise physiologists, exercise specialists and a dietitian. Medical oversight is provided by a board certified cardiologist.

Exercise classes are held two to three times a week. The classes are designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility and balance. A variety of equipment is utilized to achieve these goals. The focus is on reaching individual goals in a casual, fun and supportive atmosphere.

Weekly educational classes are designed to provide participants with information to help them make positive changes in their lifestyle.