The major foci of intervention are the control of hyperlipidaemia, hypertension and diabetes. Attention to diet and exercise are key components, as well as antioxidant and vitamin therapy. All patients receive individualized nutrition assessments, education and programs with continued follow-up. Home exercise programs are designed for those who prefer not to attend an outside group cardiac rehabilitation program. The CARE Clinic believes that education in combination with individualized assessment and intervention is of vital importance in assisting patients to modify their lifestyle and cardiovascular risk.
Clinics are usually three mornings per week.
An appointment time will be assigned at the time of referral by physician's office. Afternoon appointments are available with the dietitian and physiotherapist. Patients are seen in the Ambulatory Care Clinic, Room E 209. Mail and referrals should be sent to the office in Room H 339. The first appointment is an initial assessment and education session with the physician and nurse.