Stacey Greenway, director of cardiovascular disease management services at ECU Health Medical Center, was recently appointed as incoming president of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Greenway, who recently advocated for rural health care during AACVPR’s Day on the Hill, previously served as a board member for the organization.
“It is an honor to be chosen to lead AACVPR and work alongside my colleagues in cardiovascular care to advance quality and enhance patient outcomes,” said Greenway. “I am eager to provide health care professionals with the best tools and resources to improve patient outcomes and to advocating for policies that recognize the importance of our life-saving work. I also look forward to continued collaboration with health care providers outside of our field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehab, as we work together to elevate cardiovascular care and provide the highest level of support to our patients.”
Greenway is passionate about advocating for patients and rural health systems in state and national policy and is a leader in cardiovascular disease management. With a background in multidisciplinary rehabilitation practices and public health, Greenway brings experience in clinical leadership and patient advocacy to AACVPR’s mission, which emphasizes advancing the quality of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation nationwide. AACVPR helps establish standards and advocates for cardiovascular and pulmonary care, addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of patients with chronic diseases. As incoming president, Greenway plans to drive initiatives that support clinical staff and enhance patient access to high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation programs.
