Heart & Lung Rehab Programs in Alexandria
Our cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are designed to help you regain strength, improve your health, and return to the activities you love. Whether you’re recovering from a heart condition, managing a chronic lung disease, or rebuilding your confidence after surgery, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Outpatient Cardiac Rehab provides comprehensive Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 care through an AACVPR-certified program, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation proven to improve outcomes and reduce readmissions.
Our cardiac rehab program supports people who have experienced:
- Heart attack
- Heart surgery, including bypass or valve repair/replacement
- Heart transplant
- Cardiac stent or angioplasty
- Stable angina
- Heart failure
Our pulmonary rehab program is tailored for those living with:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly called COPD
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Interstitial lung disease
Your care team includes highly trained professionals, nurses, exercise physiologists, respiratory therapists, and dietitians, working together to create a program that’s right for you. We focus not only on exercise and safe movement, but also on nutrition, education, and emotional support to help you thrive.
Benefits and goals
- Heart, lung and muscle strength
- Blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- Diabetes management
- Daily and work activities
- Nutrition and lifestyle habits
- Awareness of symptoms of heart disease
- Self-confidence
- Stress levels
- Understanding of medications
Why Choose CHRISTUS
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Outpatient Cardiac Rehab in Alexandria connects you directly to one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in Louisiana and Texas.
Our experienced team, including nurses, exercise physiologists, respiratory therapists, and dietitians, works closely with your physician to create a recovery plan tailored to your unique needs.
This means you can receive specialized rehabilitation services right here in Alexandria, with seamless access to additional CHRISTUS Health services if you ever need higher-level or more complex care.
Comprehensive Heart and Lung Care in Alexandria
From rehabilitation after heart surgery to long-term management of chronic lung disease, CHRISTUS offers extensive cardiovascular and pulmonary services. These include cardiology, cardiac surgery, advanced imaging, pulmonary medicine, and ongoing wellness programs.
Wherever you are in your recovery, you’ll have access to expert care — and a team dedicated to helping you live your healthiest life.
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Outpatient Cardiac Rehab is an outpatient department of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini.