Join Finger Lakes Health for “Cardiac PRE-hab” Heart Health Program

In the United States, heart disease is the number one cause of premature death.

Finger Lakes Health invites people who want to learn more about protecting the heart through education to participate in our Cardiac PRE-hab program. Sessions will incorporate risk factor modification, learning about the benefits of physical activity and healthy nutrition, and strategies for encouraging others to lead a healthy lifestyle. This program is for participants who have not yet experienced a heart condition. Those with risk factors, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol, are urged to attend.

Our “Cardiac PRE-hab” program consists of one evening session a week for five weeks, and is directed by Finger Lakes Health Cardiologist Dr. Joseph Gomez. It will take place in Geneva from 5 to 7 p.m. Mondays, April 9, 16, 23, and 30, and May 7, in Conference Room A/B, lower level of Geneva General Hospital, 196 North Street, Geneva.

This five-week session includes:

•Specially designed lectures from practitioners who understand the importance of education with respect to risk factor modification.

•Sessions with nutritionists to help you improve your eating habits.

•Personal cardiac health screenings to determine your Body Mass Index, lipid and glucose levels, and blood pressure.

The Cardiac PRE-hab program is free, but registration is required. Those interested in participating, please register online. For more information, call (315) 787-4053.

Dr. Gomez practices at Geneva General Cardiology Associates and sees patients in Geneva, Penn Yan, and Seneca Falls. Call (315) 787-4204 for an appointment.

This program is made possible through the generous support of the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund.