Every three years, Cardiac Services at Pella Regional Health Center has to be re certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This is for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care and offering the most advanced practices available. Cardiac Services was initially certified in November 2000 and has successfully renewed its certification at each deadline. Cardiac rehabilitation encourages development of healthy living and eating habits so patients can confidently exercise and resume day to day activities.