Pulmonary rehabilitation program receives certification for meeting highest standards of patient care

Goshen Heart & Vascular Center’s pulmonary rehabilitation program was recently certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). The certification recognizes the center’s rehab program as being a leader for employing the most advanced practices in pulmonary rehabilitation and having proven track records of high-quality patient care.
 
“Achieving a certification like this requires us to provide extensive documentation that we are following the association’s standards of care,” said Randy Christophel, Goshen Health President and CEO. “This strengthens our accountability and keeps us on the forefront of the latest outcome-based patient care. We are proud of our Colleagues’ work with patients – and we appreciate the opportunity to work with organizations who set high standards for providing effective patient care.”
 
Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs help people with heart, vascular or lung health conditions recover faster and achieve a higher quality of life. The programs include exercise, education, counseling and support for patients and their families.
 
The AACVPR certification is valid for three years.