Ascension Seton Southwest expands programs and services

Today, Ascension Seton Southwest announced the expansion of its cardiac rehabilitation program and new gastrointestinal (GI) services. Salim Street, director of clinical programs in Ascension Seton’s south market, oversees the cardiac rehab program at Ascension Seton Southwest.

“We are thrilled to make strategic expansions at Ascension Seton Southwest,” said Kate Henderson, regional hospital president at Ascension Seton. “Taking into consideration safety measures and precautions related to the coronavirus pandemic, we have been able to expand and operationalize new programs and services to deliver exceptional care to our patients .”

Cardiac Rehab Expands to Meet Growing Community Need

Cardiac rehab is a medically supervised program designed to improve your cardiovascular health if you have experienced heart attack, heart failure, stent/angioplasty, and/or heart and heart transplant surgery. Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the cardiac rehab program at Ascension Seton Southwest recognized a demand for increased cardiac rehab services due to the fast growing Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs markets.

With these community needs in mind, Salim and his team developed a plan to expand the cardiac rehab program. The cardiac rehab suite was remodeled, and expanded in size to almost double the square footage. Additionally, the expansion included new cardio and strength training equipment and technology for an improved patient experience.

The Cardiac Rehab at Ascension Seton Southwest has reopened at a limited capacity to accommodate social distancing guidelines, and extensive safety and sanitization protocols are in place to ensure all patients are cared for in a protected environment.*

Gastrointestinal Services Available for the First Time at Ascension Seton Southwest

Earlier this year, Ascension Seton Southwest introduced a wide range of GI services, including but not limited to, GI screenings, and the treatment of common GI conditions such as intestinal bleeding, colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and more.

Utilizing the latest technology and surgical robots for advanced procedures, patients can expect comprehensive GI care at Ascension Seton Southwest.

Ascension Seton Southwest also now features aquatic therapy in its adjacent medical office building and a new CT scanner.

*Ascension Seton Southwest is equipped to safely protect patients from potential exposure to COVID-19 while taking care of their medical needs. Separate intake and care areas, waiting room distancing, staff screening, ongoing use of personal protective equipment, as well as extensive safety and sanitization protocols, are in place to ensure all patients are cared for in a protected environment. Ascension Seton Southwest continuously monitors guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and adjusts safety practices and safeguards accordingly.