Cardiac Rehab
Alethea Bowen-Decklever, Director
(515) 433-8261
Meet Our Cardiac Rehab Staff
Pictured, left to right: Emily Sackett, RN, Kendle Demery, RN, BSN, Alethea Bowen-Decklever, Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab Director, Brandon Jensen, Exercise Specialist
Cardiac Rehabilitation (Cardiac Rehab) is a safe, supervised program designed to help you get stronger, feel better, and return to the activities you enjoy after a heart-related illness or procedure.
Who Is the Program For?
You may qualify if you’ve experienced any of the following:
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Heart attack
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Bypass or valve surgery
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Stent placement
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Angina
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Heart failure
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Heart or heart/lung transplant
What You’ll Do in the Program
Our team creates a plan tailored specifically to your needs, including:
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Supervised exercise with continuous heart monitoring to safely strengthen your heart
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Education on healthy eating, medications, and reducing risk factors
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Emotional support through stress‑management tools, education, and community
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Individualized goals to help you regain confidence and independence
Program Length
Cardiac Rehab typically runs 12 to 18 weeks, with two to three sessions per week.
Our Care Team
You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to your success, including:
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Nurses
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Exercise Specialists
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Respiratory Therapists
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Dietitians
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Pharmacists
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Occupational Therapists
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Behavioral Health Providers
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Plus support from student interns currently completing clinical training
Benefits of Cardiac Rehab
Participants often experience:
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Increased energy and stamina
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Improved quality of life
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Greater confidence in daily activities
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Reduced risk of future heart problems
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Enhanced overall physical and emotional well‑being
Maintenance Program
After graduating, you can join our Maintenance Program, where you may continue using our exercise equipment with staff monitoring. This self‑pay program is $7 per session.
How to Get Started
Talk with your doctor about getting a referral. Once we receive it, our team will contact you to schedule your first appointment. If you have questions, call (515) 433‑8129.