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ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2011, a heart attack hit busy Emergency Department Physician Todd Barrowclift, MD, now senior director of Physician Operations for Kishwaukee Hospital. "In retrospect, I'm not surprised," Dr. Barrowclift says. "I had been working 14-hour days, doing administrative duties at night, and I was always on call. Those days are over." Three years later, Dr. Barrowclift has significantly modified his lifestyle, cutting back on work, eating healthier foods, and sleeping at least eight hours every night. He also credits KishHealth System's Cardiac Rehab program with his new lease on life. Cardiac rehabilitation occurs in distinct phases: INPATIENT CARE—An individualized program that includes diet and exercise plans is designed for a patient to follow while in the hospital. IMMEDIATE OUTPATIENT—The outpatient program focuses on helping people understand how to exercise safely and modify their habits after they leave the hospital and return home. MAINTENANCE—Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation mainte- nance involves supervised outpatient exercise, education, and risk-reduction programs. "The Cardiac Rehab program offers a succinct review of what to expect and what to do," Dr. Barrowclift says. "I still attend programs as often as I can. It's motivating to be around people who are in the same boat." Cardiac Rehab: A Team Effort RECOVERING FROM A HEART ATTACK IS A JOURNEY YOU DON'T HAVE TO TRAVEL ALONE. KISHPROGRAMS.ORG Blood Pressure Clinic Free - No Registration Required KISH HOSPITAL ROBERTS CONFERENCE CENTER - 815.748.8962 Mondays, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm KISHHEALTH SYSTEM, GENOA - 815.748.8962 Wednesdays, 9 - 11 am VALLEY WEST HOSPITAL - 815.786.3962 Wednesdays, 9 - 11 am KISHHEALTH SYSTEM PHYSICIAN GROUP, PLANO - 815.786.3962 Mondays, 9 - 11 am Learn more about HeartWise Cardiac Health Evaluation and the full range of Cardiac Rehab programs at kishhealth.org. THE MIND-HEART CONNECTION According to the American Heart Association, stress caused by everyday life can take a toll on your physical health, increasing your risk for high blood pressure and heart disease. To effectively manage daily stress, prioritize your commitments and put taking care of yourself at the top of the list. Exercise daily, get plenty of sleep, and give up habits that may be harmful, like binging on junk food, drinking, and smoking. KISHPROGRAMS.ORG Are You at Risk for Sudden Cardiac Death? with Dr. Nguyen Join Cardiologist Paul Nguyen, MD to learn how to identify the signs and reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death. Heart healthy meal provided. Free // Registration Required KISH HOSPITAL ROBERTS CONFERENCE CENTER – 815.748.8962 Nov. 13, 6:30 – 8 pm / W I N T E R 1 5 15