Cardiac Rehabilitation

Monitored aerobic exercise, education, and counseling — tailored to help cardiac patients safely return to healthy, active lifestyles.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at FCHC combines safe, carefully monitored exercise, education, and counseling in a program tailored to meet the needs of each individual. More and more cardiac patients are returning to healthy, active lifestyles with the help of our program.

Patients are accepted through direct referral from their physician. Please call if you need help obtaining a referral after your cardiac event.

Phone: (419) 330-2692 · Referrals accepted from physician.

Fax: (419) 330-2693

Experienced Nursing Team

Personalized care from dedicated registered nurses.

2-3x / Week

12-36 Sessions

Heart Monitoring

With every exercise session

Our Programs

Phase 1

Referral

Begins during hospitalization under the direction of your attending physician.
Accepted Referrals Include:
  • Angina (Chest Pain)
  • Recent Heart Attack
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
  • Angioplasty and Stents
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Transplant Candidates
  • Heart Valve Replacements or Repair
Phase 2
Recovery
Outpatient rehab — 2-3 sessions per week for 4 to 12 weeks following discharge.
Individualized exercise plan with treadmill, stationary bike, rowing machine, and arm ergometer. Each monitored 1 hour session is tailored per patient, while providing education on health, nutrition, psychosocial, and diabetes education.
Phase 3
Follow-Up

A self-guided exercise program available through FCHC Fitness following completion of Phase II cardiac rehab.

We encourage patients to continue the exercise routines and healthy habits developed during cardiac rehabilitation. As part of that commitment, all current Cardiac Rehab maintenance participants receive one complimentary month of membership at the FCHC Fitness to help maintain an active, heart-healthy lifestyle.

FCHC Fitness: (419) 330-2717

Recovery Starts Here

Find program hours, contact information, and scheduling details to help you take the next step toward better heart health.

Cardiac Rehabilitation Location

FCHC Main Campus | 725 S Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH 43567

(419) 330-2692

(419) 330-2693

Hours & Availability

Mon – Fri: 7:00am – 3:00pm

We're accepting new patients — With qualifying provider referral.

"The Cardiac Rehab team at FCHC was so instrumental in my recovery after surgery. I am still going to rehab twice each week. I have nothing but positive things to say about my care at FCHC."
— Dave S.
"Let me assure you, this is a safe, no pressure, place for a cardiac patient to start moving again at your own pace. The staff are kind, compassionate, and well-trained. Every rehab patient is treated as an individual with a unique story, personal capabilities, and goals for recovering and returning to a full life."
— A Happy Patient

Frequently Asked Questions

Wear gym appropriate clothes and secure fitting tennis shoes.

FCHC accepts most insurance plans. Insurance coverage varies from company to company.

Cardiac rehabilitation helps improve heart strength, reduce future cardiac risks, and support long-term recovery.

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Ready to begin your recovery?

Cardiac rehabilitation is available by referral for eligible patients. Contact our team to learn more about qualifying conditions and accepted referral types.

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