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Whether you’re recovering from cardiac catheterization or open-heart surgery, we’re here to help with what comes next.

The first couple of weeks following a heart or vascular procedure can often be the most challenging. You may not feel like yourself. Don't worry: this is perfectly normal.

To guide you on the road to recovery, we’ve compiled all the vital recovery and post-procedure information.

Checklists for when you get home from the hospital

We understand it can be tough to focus on anything other than getting home and getting comfortable when you leave the hospital after surgery. You may have tuned out when the discharge nurse was giving you instructions. You may even have lost your discharge packet. That’s OK. You can download extra copies here:

Follow up doctors appointments

Adjusting to a new way of life

Learn more about healthy lifestyle changes