Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Programs
Rehabilitation, Prevention and Wellness
for people with medical conditions related to
Heart, Stroke, Lung/Pulmonary, Diabetes, Obesity

Greenwich Hospital provides comprehensive cardiovascular care, including treatment for coronary heart disease, cardiac arrhythmia, stroke, high blood pressure and rheumatic heart disease. Our continuum of care ranges from risk identification and prevention programs through highly advanced procedures such as emergency angioplasty, performed in conjunction with the Yale New Haven Health Heart Institute at Greenwich Hospital.

The Center for Healthy Living
The Richard R. Pivirotto Center for Healthy Living at 55 Holly Hill Lane focuses on rehabilitation, prevention and wellness for cardiovascular, pulmonary and rehabilitation patients. We also offer programs for people with diabetes. To learn more or to take a look at our state-of-the-art fitness center, call 203-863-3756.

Cardiac Wellness Center
This new component of the Center for Healthy Living offers programs to help prevent heart disease, particularly for those known to be at high risk.

Adult Fitness Program at the Center for Healthy Living
Aphasia Support Group
Bariatric Support Group, a Healthy Living Program
Better Breathers Club, a Healthy Living Program
Cardiac Wellness Center at the Center for Healthy Living
Cardiovascular Prevention Program at the Cardiac Wellness Center
Cardiac Rehabilitation at the Center for Healthy Living
Cholesterol Measurement & Pre-Diabetic Metabolic Screening at the Center for Healthy Living
Cooking Classes at the Center for Healthy Living
Community Blood Pressure Screenings - FREE!
Diabetes Programs
Falls Prevention Program at the Center for Healthy Living
Health Check, a Healthy Living Program
Heart Health Education Group
Lose to Win at the Cardiac Wellness Center
Medical Fitness Program at the Center for Healthy Living
The Nurse Is In, a Healthy Living Program
Nutrition Services, a Healthy Living Program
Pulmonary Rehabilitation at the Center for Healthy Living
Sleep Apnea Support Group, a Community Support Service
Smoke Stoppers, a Healthy Living Program
Special Events
Speakers Bureau at the Center for Healthy Living
Stroke Support Group

CH @ GH signifies a program sponsored by Community Health at Greenwich Hospital.

register online Register online for classes marked by the arrow icon. Online registration is available only for selected classes and events. Some classes, such as childbirth preparation, require personalized assistance through our Tender Beginnings program.

Special Events

Please check back in the fall when we resume new Special Events. Have a safe and healthy summer.

Aphasia Support Group
For persons having difficulty speaking and understanding language as a result of stroke, head trauma or other causes. Led by a speech pathologist and featuring periodic guest speakers, this monthly group offers opportunities to share experiences and to communicate in a supportive environment. Family members are welcome. Call 203-863-3240 for information. FREE.

Diabetes Programs

Diabetes Support Group
This group meets monthly to discuss a variety of diabetes topics including eye health, neuropathy, foot care, heart health, self-management tools, and more. Meets from 7-8:30pm in the Noble Conference Center.

Thursday, May 13
1-4pm (Drop-in)

Noble Conference Center
Please join us at our annual Diabetes Health Fair.

Share and Learn
Monday, June 14

7-8:30pm
Noble Conference Center
Speaker: Nancy Ryan, RD, BC-ADM

No registration necessary. For more information, call 203-863-3929. FREE.

Healthy Living with Diabetes
This service at our Cardiac Wellness Center will help you learn to manage your diabetes. Includes a medical library for research and education as well as support for physicians and healthcare professionals. Call 203-863-3756.

Heart Health Education Group - CH @ GHregister online
Presentation and discussion for people with heart disease and their loved ones, as well as anyone at risk for heart disease (high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, diabetes, etc.). Held Tuesdays every other month in the Noble Conference Center from 6:30-8pm. To register, call 203-863-4277 or (888) 305-9253. Or register online. FREE.

Coronary Artery Diseaseregister online
Tuesday, June 8, 2010

6:30pm-8pm
Noble Conference Center
Speaker: Christopher Howes, MD, Cardiologist, Greenwich Hospital

Increasing age, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, stress, alcohol abuse and diabetes can lead to coronary artery disease. Dr. Howes will discuss risk factors; treatments such as medications, diet, smoking cessation; as well as stress tests, stents and other procedures. To register, call 203-863-4277 or 888-305-9253. Or register online. FREE.

Stroke Support Group
Stroke is one of the most feared life-threatening health problems. But it is also one of the most preventable – if you have the right information. Join this monthly support group to learn and share valuable information. Held monthly in the Belle Haven Conference Room. Facilitated by a healthcare professional. To register, call 203-863-4444. FREE.

Community Blood Pressure Screenings - FREE! - CH @ GH
(Not available on Federal holidays)
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, heart attack, strained eyes or blindness. Symptoms usually don't occur until years of uncontrolled and undetected hypertension have already damaged an organ.

For your convenience, our nurse will be on hand at the following locations to take your blood pressure and answer your health questions.

Greenwich

Mondays, 11:30am-1:30pm
Greenwich Library, Health Information Center

Tuesdays, 10am-12noon
Greenwich Hospital Cafeteria Atrium

1st Tuesdays, 12:15-1:15pm
Byram Schubert Library

4th Tuesdays, 12:15-1:15pm
Cos Cob Library

Thursdays, 9-11am
Center for Healthy Living
55 Holly Hill Lane

1st and 3rd Fridays, 10am-12noon
Hill House, Riverside

Westchester

Mondays, 9-11am
Rye YMCA

1st Wednesdays (monthly)
9:30-11:30am
Port Chester Library

Sponsored by Community Health of Fairchester, affiliated with Greenwich Hospital