Founded in 1990, the Minnesota Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (MNACVPR) is a diverse professional organization for multidisciplinary health care providers who operate rehabilitation programs for persons with cardiac and pulmonary disease. The Association 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.

MNACVPR is affiliated with and supports the goals and objectives of the national organization, the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). ^[1]

Mission Statement

The mission statement of the Minnesota Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation is: To reduce morbidity, mortality, and disability from cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases through education, prevention, rehabilitation, research, and aggressive disease management.