Virtual Cardiac Rehab (VCR) Program
Related topics: Cardiac & pulmonary rehabilitation Physical therapy & rehabilitation
The Virtual Cardiac Rehab Program provides virtual rehabilitation options for individuals who have had a heart attack, coronary angioplasty, open heart surgery, angina, heart rhythm issues, and those at risk for developing heart disease.
What to expect
A 6-month virtual cardiac rehabilitation program offering the following services:
- Medical assessment and program supervision by a cardiologist
- Case Manager support to guide you through the program
- Blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes management
- Support for anxiety, depression and stress management
- Dietary counselling
- Weekly exercise options: Monitored virtual exercise classes and at-home, on-demand exercise videos and graphic/printed exercise sets
- Weekly education on heart health topics: Virtual education presentations and at-home, on-demand email and web resources
Program fee policy
Program fee is $100/month. Subsidy is available for those requiring financial assistance.
How to enroll
A referral from your family physician or specialist (cardiologist) is necessary. Your physician can email your referral to: cardiacrehab@vch.ca or fax it to (604) 875-5794.
On-demand videos
VGH Cardiac Rehab Program
The following exercise videos have been created for participants registered in the Vancouver General Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs. Please be reminded that with any physical activity there exists the possibility, during exercise, of personal injury and adverse cardiovascular changes. If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, chest pain, shortness of breath, irregular heart rhythm at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately and seek medical help. The exercise information presented here is in no way intended as a substitute for medically supervised cardiac rehabilitation. We hope these exercise videos help you on your healthy heart fitness journey.
Watch the VGH Cardiac Rehab Program videos on YouTube
Cardiac Meditation Classes with Gwen Bevan
These meditation classes are recordings of previous classes and intended for both beginners and advanced meditators. You may want to have handy: a comfortable chair or place to sit on the floor, a yoga mat, a blanket, a meditation cushion, yoga blocks or cushions. If you do not have these items you can use what is available in your home. Please listen to your body and be sure that you are comfortable. If you experience pain, please stop or readjust. Please be patient with yourself as it is often over a period of time that the mind begins to learn how to be calm and peaceful. See you there!
Watch the Cardiac Meditation Classes with Gwen Bevan videos on YouTube
Sivasana with Gwen Bevan
This Sivasana or Relaxation is recorded in a professional recording studio and is the 20 min relaxation session only (no teaching). Sivasana can be helpful before sleep, if you are experiencing anxiety or just to relax. Enjoy! Namaste, Gwen
Listen to the Sivasana with Gwen Bevan playlist on SoundCloud
Cardiac Wellness Workshop March 4 – April 8, 2021
If you are signed up for the Wellness Workshop but are unable to attend or participate, all three of the workshops are now available on YouTube. Please note: Week 1 ends at the 40 minute mark due to unforeseen technical difficulties during that session. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Resources
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Fraser Health cardiac education videos
Punjabi language
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Heart disease presentation
Presented for Island Prostate Centre
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Hours of operation
- Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Sunday: Closed
For class schedules, please contact the program. We are closed on statutory holidays.
VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health
- Main phone: 604-875-5389