CARDIAC REHAB - (906) 776-5550
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“The purpose of Cardiac Rehabilitation is to provide progressive exercise and education to individuals with heart disease. Through this process we will assist you to increase your cardio-pulmonary endurance, prevent further complications and return you to your normal lifestyle. We believe as patients assume responsibility for their recovery and well being, they are more likely to make long term lifestyle changes to optimize their health. We look forward to assisting you to a healthier lifestyle.”
Judy Phelps, RN Cardiac/Pulmonary Services |
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Dickinson Cardiac Rehab
1721 S. Stephenson Ave Iron Mountain, MI 49801 Phone: (906) 776-5548 Fax: (906) 776-5478 |
Cardiac Rehab at DCH was established in 1987. This department is staffed with 4 experienced registered nursing professionals.
Sometimes life throws things at us that we just didn’t expect. That is often the case with heart disease. Maybe we haven’t been feeling quite right or maybe we experienced classic heart attack symptoms. However we get there, the diagnosis of heart disease and the associated interventions such as angioplasty, stents, bypass surgery or valve replacements can be very frightening. The Cardiac Rehabilitation program at Dickinson County Hospital can help you physically and emotionally recover and adjust to this new diagnosis.
Through a combination of exercise and education you will be armed with the tools and knowledge to move forward with a healthy lifestyle.
Cardiac Rehab currently offers two programs. Phase II is an outpatient program that focuses on providing care after a heart attack or heart intervention has occurred. These patients are typically seen three times a week for one hour sessions with a strong emphasis on education and physical rehabilitation. Education topics can include heart healthy nutrition, exercise planning, stress management, cholesterol, medications, smoking cessation, diabetes education, motivation and overall risk factor reduction. Regardless of age or ability, patients are able to manage their heart condition and work towards achieving personal goals. The RN’s monitor heart rhythms, blood pressures, incisions, heart and lung sounds and answer questions patients may have. Exercise is a part of every session and conducted in a safe environment.
The Monitored Exercise Program is a self pay program that is offered as a continuation of the Phase II Program, or for anyone with cardiac risk factors that requires supervised exercise.
Patient satisfaction is very high and previous patients’ comments have included: “A necessary program for the physical and mental recovery of heart patients.” “Excellent staff and information.” “The program helps a lot. I am so glad I went through it. Everyone with heart trouble should do it.” “This staff is extremely efficient with great knowledge and personality.” “Thank you for everything you did for me—I just couldn’t have made this much progress without your care and compassion.”
Judy Phelps RN Supervisor, Shirley Dishaw-Beck RN, BSN, Amber Harrell RN, BSN, and Allyson VanOss RN, BSN. All nurses are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and attend annual conferences sponsored by WISCPHR (Wisconsin Society for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Health & Rehabilitation) to keep them current on the latest innovations in the field.
This team of health care professionals provides for the physical, psychological and social well being of each individual patient. They are committed to the prevention of disease, conservation of health as well as rehabilitation of the ill. If you have any questions or need additional information please contact Cardiac Rehab at 776-5550.
Sometimes life throws things at us that we just didn’t expect. That is often the case with heart disease. Maybe we haven’t been feeling quite right or maybe we experienced classic heart attack symptoms. However we get there, the diagnosis of heart disease and the associated interventions such as angioplasty, stents, bypass surgery or valve replacements can be very frightening. The Cardiac Rehabilitation program at Dickinson County Hospital can help you physically and emotionally recover and adjust to this new diagnosis.
Through a combination of exercise and education you will be armed with the tools and knowledge to move forward with a healthy lifestyle.
Cardiac Rehab currently offers two programs. Phase II is an outpatient program that focuses on providing care after a heart attack or heart intervention has occurred. These patients are typically seen three times a week for one hour sessions with a strong emphasis on education and physical rehabilitation. Education topics can include heart healthy nutrition, exercise planning, stress management, cholesterol, medications, smoking cessation, diabetes education, motivation and overall risk factor reduction. Regardless of age or ability, patients are able to manage their heart condition and work towards achieving personal goals. The RN’s monitor heart rhythms, blood pressures, incisions, heart and lung sounds and answer questions patients may have. Exercise is a part of every session and conducted in a safe environment.
The Monitored Exercise Program is a self pay program that is offered as a continuation of the Phase II Program, or for anyone with cardiac risk factors that requires supervised exercise.
Patient satisfaction is very high and previous patients’ comments have included: “A necessary program for the physical and mental recovery of heart patients.” “Excellent staff and information.” “The program helps a lot. I am so glad I went through it. Everyone with heart trouble should do it.” “This staff is extremely efficient with great knowledge and personality.” “Thank you for everything you did for me—I just couldn’t have made this much progress without your care and compassion.”
Judy Phelps RN Supervisor, Shirley Dishaw-Beck RN, BSN, Amber Harrell RN, BSN, and Allyson VanOss RN, BSN. All nurses are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and attend annual conferences sponsored by WISCPHR (Wisconsin Society for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Health & Rehabilitation) to keep them current on the latest innovations in the field.
This team of health care professionals provides for the physical, psychological and social well being of each individual patient. They are committed to the prevention of disease, conservation of health as well as rehabilitation of the ill. If you have any questions or need additional information please contact Cardiac Rehab at 776-5550.
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JUDY PHELPS, RN
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"When the opportunity to work in Cardiac Rehabilitation presented itself to me in 1992, I was reluctant to say the least. After over 20 years working with heart patients I can now say it was the best career decision I ever made. Our patients generally spend several months with us and some continue to attend the program for many years. I enjoy helping patients learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. The most rewarding part of my job is when I see them years later in the community still exercising and looking great."
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SHIRLEY DISHAW - BECK, RN, BSN, CCRN
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“I love working with my patients in Cardiac / Pulmonary Rehabilitation because I see their progression over months, and sometimes over years,” commented Shirley Dishaw-Beck, RN. “They become friends, and there is time to make a real connection with them. Inpatient nursing is very rewarding as well, but the nurse’s impact is over a much shorter period of time, and we do not necessarily see the long term effects of our care.”
Professional Education
Clinical Interest/Expertise: Pulmonary Disease. |
AMBER HARRELL RN, BSN
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"My previous nursing experience was inpatient care so when the opportunity presented itself to change my practice focus to outpatient nursing, I was excited and nervous. Working in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab has allowed me to develop a more long term relationship with my patients. Getting to know them on a more personal level has proven very rewarding. It has also shown me how I can positively impact my patients through the education that I am able to provide."
Professional Education:
Worked as an RN for 10 years in Critical Care and Hematology/Oncology. Joined the Cardiac Rehab Team in 2014 after working for 2 years at DCHS. |
Allyson VanOss RN, BSN
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“I am so happy to have joined the team in Cardiopulmonary Rehab. My last ten years of inpatient care were spent in the area of critical care. This experience has given me a strong knowledge base of a multitude of medical conditions, including cardiac and pulmonary disease. I am excited to be working with patients in the outpatient setting and am looking forward to teaching and motivating them to make healthy changes to their lifestyle.”
Professional Education:
Northern Michigan University BSN 2002 ACLS/BLS, PALS Employed at DCHS since 2002 – 10 years Critical Care experience |
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DCHS Cardiac Rehab
1721 S. Stephenson Ave Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Phone: (906) 776-5550 - Fax: (906) 776-5369
1721 S. Stephenson Ave Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Phone: (906) 776-5550 - Fax: (906) 776-5369
