Scientific Sessions

Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a structured, multidisciplinary program designed to improve cardiovascular health, functional capacity, and quality of life in patients with heart disease. It is typically recommended for individuals recovering from myocardial infarction, coronary artery bypass grafting, percutaneous coronary interventions, heart failure, or valvular surgery. CR programs combine supervised exercise training, nutritional counseling, psychological support, risk factor management, and patient education to promote lifestyle modification and reduce the risk of recurrent cardiovascular events. Advances in exercise physiology, remote monitoring, and tele-rehabilitation have enabled personalized, safe, and accessible rehabilitation for diverse patient populations.

Effective patient care strategies in cardiac rehabilitation emphasize individualized assessment and goal-setting. Comprehensive evaluation of exercise tolerance, comorbidities, and psychosocial factors ensures that interventions are tailored to the patient’s needs and risk profile. Education on medication adherence, smoking cessation, stress management, and dietary modification reinforces long-term behavioral change. Emerging approaches integrate digital health technologies, wearable devices, and mobile applications to track progress, enhance patient engagement, and facilitate remote supervision. Multidisciplinary collaboration among cardiologists, physiotherapists, dietitians, psychologists, and nurses ensures holistic care. By combining medical management with lifestyle interventions and continuous support, cardiac rehabilitation and patient-centered care strategies significantly improve recovery, reduce hospital readmissions, and enhance overall cardiovascular outcomes.