Authors

1. Arena, Ross PhD, PT, FAACVPR, FAHA
2. Rouleau, Codie R. PhD
3. Campbell, Tavis S. PhD
4. Aggarwal, Sandeep MD, FRCPC
5. Hauer, Trina MSc
6. Wilton, Stephen B. MD, MSc, FRCPC
7. Stone, James MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAACVPR
8. Laddu, Deepika PhD
9. Ozemek, Cemal PhD
10. Williamson, Tamara M. BA
11. Liu, Hongwei MD
12. Austford, Leslie D. MN, MBA, CMPE, FAACVPR

Abstract

The evidence base supporting cardiac rehabilitation is substantial and overwhelmingly supports its utilization for all qualified patients. However, important lines of inquiry remain and require attention. This commentary provides a model for cardiac rehabilitation centers that provide patient care to meaningfully contribute to our scientific understanding of this lifestyle intervention.