EECP (Enhanced External CounterPulsation)

EECP, or Enhanced External CounterPulsation, is a non-surgical, non-invasive therapy for patients diagnosed with Angina Pectoris (ischemic heart disease). EECP offers pain relief associated with this particular heart condition. EECP is performed as an outpatient therapy consisting of 35 one-hour sessions over a seven-week period. Candidates for EECP treatments are referred to our Medical Director, who is a board certified Cardiologist. Patients are screened for appropriateness and accepted into the program if requirements are met.

While having your EECP treatments, you will experience a friendly and relaxing environment. In keeping with the Planetree Model of Care, music therapy and aromatherapy are offered as amenities that can be used during your EECP treatments. Treatments are performed in a private room with television access. As with all the Diagnostic Imaging Services offered at Griffin Hospital, complimentary valet parking is offered to our EECP patients as an added convenience. This program is offered Monday through Friday. For non-medical, general information concerning EECP or EECP appointments, please contact our therapist at (203) 732-7176. For medical referrals, please contact the Cardiology Department at (203) 732-7457.

We are proud of the fact that the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) recognizes our EECP Department. Our EECP Department is an example of how Griffin Hospital is changing the face of healthcare.