For Clem Canada, what began as what felt like heartburn quickly became something he knew he couldn’t ignore. When the discomfort didn’t go away, Clem trusted his instincts and sought emergency care. That decision would change everything.

Clem soon learned he was experiencing a serious heart event and needed immediate treatment. His care journey set him on a path that included advanced cardiac treatment followed by recovery support close to home at Conway Regional.

Following surgery, Clem faced the physical and mental challenges that often come with heart recovery. Determined to regain his strength, he began recovery at Conway Regional Cardiac Rehabilitation Center.

“In the beginning, it was a struggle,” Clem shares. “A very, very big struggle.”

Week by week, Clem began to feel stronger. He credits the cardiac rehabilitation team for creating an environment that was supportive, encouraging, and motivating.

“We were all just a big motivation for each other,” Clem says. “It made me realize how much of an impact you can have on someone when you show up and share that you’ve been through some of the same things.”

After about five months of steady progress, Clem completed the cardiac rehabilitation program. Today, he continues prioritizing his heart health by staying active and says he feels “better and better every day.”

In honor of American Heart Month, Conway Regional is going red to champion heart health awareness and promote healthier hearts across Arkansas. #GreenGoesRed

To learn more about Conway Regional’s heart care services, visit
https://www.conwayregional.org/services/heart-care