VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health
- 2775 Laurel Street, 6th floor, Diamond Health Care Centre at Vancouver General Hospital Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9
- cardiacrehab@vch.ca
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- Main phone: 604-875-5389
- Fax: 604-875-5794
Referral
Have your family doctor or cardiologist complete the VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health referral form and fax the completed form to 604-875-5794.
The centre consists of programs which offer the following services:
- Medical Assessment by a cardiologist
- Test your ability to exercise and carry out activities
- Group exercise with individualized exercise prescription
- Education sessions about heart disease and healthy living
- Aggressive treatments and support to reduce heart disease risks
- Blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes management
- Support for anxiety, depression and stress management
- Dietary counselling
- Specialty workshops such as Yoga and meditation (additional fees may apply)
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is the Cardiac Rehab Program?
The program is 6 months. Minimum commitment is 1 month.
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Is there a cost for the Cardiac Rehab Program?
The program costs $100 per month. Financial subsidy is available to those with financial barriers.
Resources
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Canadian Association of Cardiac Rehabilitation
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Canadian Heart & Stroke Association
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Donations
The VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health relies on yearly fundraisers to offer the numerous services available to our participants. Since 1998, through the generous support of current participants and alumni, we have raised over $1 million to help our program grow.