Founded in 1985, the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) is dedicated to the professional development of its members, through information, networking, and educational opportunities. Central to the mission is the improvement in the quality of life for patients and their families.

Guiding Principles

• Quality and integrity are never compromised
• Customers are the focus of everything we do
• Creating and maintaining constancy of purpose is an ongoing responsibility
• Stewardship and creative risk taking are compatible
• Creating and cultivating productive partnerships and alliances help position AACVPR in an ever-changing health care industry
• Creating and maintaining a learning environment helps maintain our freshness and keeps up on the cutting edge
• Continuous improvement is essential to our success