The first sign of heart trouble is a major wakeup call. After an emergency room visit, patients could end up in surgery or perhaps on medications. But these options are usually not cures. Fighting heart disease requires a major lifestyle change involving diet and exercise.  Studies show that cardiac patients who complete their rehab programs see a 40% reduction in future cardiac events.   

Watch this video for details on risk factors and treatment options for heart disease, as well as the benefits of the comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program at Willis Knighton Health. Dr. Robert T. Martin is a cardiologist at Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology; Jarrod Mitchell is cardiac rehab coordinator for Willis Knighton Health.

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The first sign of heart trouble is a major wakeup call. After an emergency room visit, patients could end up in surgery or perhaps on medications. But these options are usually not cures. Fighting heart disease requires a major lifestyle change involving diet and exercise.  Studies show that cardiac patients who complete their rehab programs see a 40% reduction in future cardiac events.   

Watch this video for details on risk factors and treatment options for heart disease, as well as the benefits of the comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program at Willis Knighton Health. Dr. Robert T. Martin is a cardiologist at Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology; Jarrod Mitchell is cardiac rehab coordinator for Willis Knighton Health.

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