A multidisciplinary team cares for patients, treating physical and emotional complications of heart attacks and heart disease. After being discharged from the CCU, most patients spend two to three days in Cardiac Stepdown preparing to return home. While there, patients learn their risk factors for recurring heart problems, as well as how to manage stress, conserve energy, and make their diet heart-healthy. Also during this time, patients steadily increase levels of activity to begin the recovery process. On the day of discharge, patients meet with a pharmacist to prepare a medication schedule, learn how or when to administer medication, and to identify if their medication is ineffective, and when to visit the Hospital for treatment.
Patients also receive resources to take home.
Booking An Appointment Patients are usually admitted through the Emergency Department.