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Our Health Care Resources pages contain information on DeGraff Memorial Hospital, Lockport Memorial Hospital, Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center, the Inter-Community Memorial Hospital, the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and a list of WNY Clinics.
DEGRAFF MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
445 Tremont Street, PO Box 750
North Tonawanda, New York 14120-0750
degraff.kaleidahealth.org
694-4500
Cardiac Rehabilitation
690-2074
- Exercise, education, counseling and learning ways to live a healthier life.
- Free parking available.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Diabetes Education Program
887-4869
- Three session program dedicated to helping diabetics live with their diabetes.
- Attendance at all three classes is expected.
- A minimum of five persons must be registered in order for the classes to be held.
- Each registered person may bring a support person at no extra cost.
- Check with your insurance provider for coverage and co-pays.
Cardiac Rehabilitation - Inpatient Programs
Phase I Cardiac Rehabilitation includes:
- Education
- Supervised activity for hospital patients recovering from a cardiac illness.
Cardiac Rehabilitation - Maintenance
- Candidates for Phase III are individuals with known coronary disease who are referred by their physician or who have completed Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation.
- Individuals have the benefit of continuing their prescriptive exercise program in a supervised setting and modifying cardiac risk factors.
Cardiac Rehabilitation - Outpatient Program
Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation includes:
- ECG-monitored exercise training
- Education
- Counseling to help individuals understand their heart condition and find ways to reduce the risk of future heart problems.
- A physician referral begins the Phase II rehab process.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Smoking Cessation Programs
690-2074
- Four-session smoking cessation program includes group support, tips, films and literature to help in the quitting process. Sessions usually run from 5:30-7 pm
- Instruction is given on the use of nicotine replacement and Zyban. (Insurance may reimburse for use of these aids after successful completion of program.)
- Programs are conducted 4 times per year.
Tai Chi Classes
DeGraff Community Center
139 Division St.
690-2271
- Adults of all levels of physical prowess can practice the gentle movements of this ancient Chinese exercise without straining joints and muscles.
- Develops a coordination of mind and body, releases stress, and strengthens and stretches the entire body.
- Eight-week sessions offered.
Women's Imaging: Mammography
690-2250
- Mammography services are provided in a spacious, recently remodeled facility designed for the optimum in patient privacy and comfort.
- Heated film tray.
- Strong emphasis on patient communication and education including literature, videotapes and other resources.
- Recent addition of an R2Image Checker has moved DeGraff a step higher in breast cancer screening. It is designed to assist the radiologist in the early detection of breast cancer by providing a computerized second read that draws attention to suspicious areas.
Upcoming Events
Please call 690-2271 to inquire when programs are scheduled.
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