Whether you are recovering from a cardiac emergency or navigating a heart condition diagnosis, UHS Cardiac Rehabilitation is here to support you on your road to recovery. This comprehensive, medically-supervised exercise and education program takes a comprehensive approach to rebuilding cardiovascular health and overall well-being.
At UHS Binghamton General Hospital, the Cardiac Rehabilitation team recently celebrated a major milestone when Alice Grasso became the first 100-year-old patient in the program’s history!
Mrs. Grasso’s heart care journey began in the spring, when she suddenly collapsed as she was returning home one day. She awoke to find paramedics caring for her and was immediately transported to UHS Wilson Medical Center for further treatment.
A few days later, the team at the UHS Heart & Vascular Institute completed a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure, which relieved the symptoms of tiredness and fatigue she’d been experiencing prior to her hospitalization.
As part of her recovery, Mrs. Grasso began cardiac rehab in July and has already benefitted from the support and encouragement of the entire team. “It makes me stronger. When I sit down, I can get back up a lot easier than I did before,” she shared.
Mrs. Grasso has been completing her cardiac rehab sessions twice a week and proudly reported that she hasn’t missed a day.
“Alice’s recovery is really a testament to her character. She has a lot of energy. She’s a go-getter,” said Nicholas Cavuto, exercise physiologist, UHS Cardiac Rehabilitation, who has been managing Mrs. Grasso’s case. “The Cardiac Rehab program is committed to providing the best care possible, individualizing each treatment plan to help patients regain their strength and confidence at the pace that’s right for them.”
On September 5, Mrs. Grasso celebrated her 100th birthday. Reflecting on her life, she attributes her health and longevity to the years spent working hard, eating natural foods and following the guidance of her caregivers. “There’s no such thing as ‘old,’ unless you want to be old,” Mrs. Grasso said – as she performed her exercises and showed no signs of slowing down.
Everyone at UHS Cardiac Rehabilitation wishes Mrs. Grasso a very happy birthday and all the best in her continued recovery.
UHS is proud to offer cardiac rehabilitation services throughout the region at UHS Binghamton General Hospital, UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital and UHS Delaware Valley Hospital.