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St. John's Mercy Women's Heart and Vascular


What is PULSE?

PULSE is a comprehensive heart and vascular program designed specifically for you!

Cardiovascular disease is now the number one cause of death in women. The good news is, it’s largely preventable. With the guidance of our experienced staff, we identify your unique risks for heart disease and give you the education, support and motivation to make healthy lifestyle changes and modify risk factors.

Jeanne Cleveland, M.D., a St. John’s Mercy board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, is the program’s medical director and works together with the PULSE health care professionals.

What are the benefits?
PULSE is free to join, and professional services and programs are offered at discounted prices. Your membership includes:

  • Discounts & coupons for healthcare services
  • Weekly heart health tips
  • Invitations to "members only" events
  • PULSE Newsletter

How does it work?
At the heart of the PULSE program, is the Women’s Comprehensive Cardiovascular Screening, which includes:

  • One-hour consultation to discuss screening results and create a personal health plan.
  • Cholesterol Screening – Fasting test measuring Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, TC/HDL Ratio, and Blood Glucose.
  • Blood pressure check
  • Body Mass Index: height, weight, and waist size
  • Coronary Risk Profile® personal health report

PULSE services are provided by a a nurse educator, exercise physiologist, and dietician.

You don’t need a physician’s referral to receive the screening evaluation, although your physician may recommend this consultation to help you develop a personalized plan for healthy living.

Additional services include:

  • Consultation with a dietitian for nutrition guidance and weight loss planning.
  • Consultation with an exercise specialist for individual fitness plan.

Cardiovascular disease is largely preventable by making important health and lifestyle changes. We’ll help you get started and stay motivated to achieve your goals!

Call 314.961.2229 or 636.390.7293 today to schedule your consultation, or click on the button below.

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