Your heart care team will provide a variety of informational resources to help you during your recovery process following heart surgery. These resources may include:

  • Information on a heart-healthy diet
  • A comprehensive guide to exercise and early mobility following heart surgery including detailed exercise instruction and tips for performing activities of daily living
  • Information about support groups. Heart surgery is stressful. Talking to other individuals in the same boat can be helpful. In-person and virtual support groups are available through the American Heart Association and Mended Hearts.
  • Free services to help you quit smoking, if necessary.