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St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab
St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab program is designed to provide instruction and customized exercise prescriptions that best suits each individual's needs. St. Vincent's Registered Nurses and Exercise Physiologists combine cardiovascular exercise and daily education in a fun, casual environment.
Although exercise is not a cure for many pulmonary illnesses, it will increase your strength and endurance as well as enable you to continue living more comfortably.
The information provided here serves to answer frequently asked questions about our services. If you need further information, please contact St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab at (205) 930-2052. We are here to meet your needs.
Who will be treating me?
St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab is proud of its highly qualified Registered Nurses and Exercise Physiologists.
What are the hours of operation?
St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab classes are offered Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. It is located on the in Building 3, Suite 100.
What should I wear?
Remember to dress comfortably. Wear loose fitting clothes and rubber sole shoes.
What will I need to bring to my first appointment?
Your initial visit will include a one-on-one evaluation with a rehab professional and a short bout of exercise that will enable our staff to determine your individual exercise needs.
Be sure to bring your current medical insurance card, driver's license, and the referral for therapy from your physician if it was given to you. Also, bring a list of your current medications.
Follow-up Visits: After your initial evaluation, your visits will last approximately one hour.
If I arrive late, will I be seen?
Being punctual is important because we have one hour designated for each class. If you arrive late, you will be permitted to continue exercising with your class, but will not be permitted to stay late to complete the entire exercise program as we have additional classes starting after your class concludes.
How do I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
Consistent attendance at scheduled appointments is very important to achieve progress with the treatment plan. We ask that you give us a 24-hour notice if you cannot make your scheduled appointment. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, call (205) 930-2052. Make-up sessions are offered on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.
Where do I park?
Free parking is provided for your convenience. You may use the lot in front of the Bruno Rehab entrance or park in the Building 3 deck if the lot is full. For a printable campus map, click here.
For more information about St. Vincent's Pulmonary Rehab, call us at (205) 930-2052.
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