Affairs of the Heart

Cardiovascular Health Education Center (CHEC™)

Education for health begins with you and whatever interest you may have in improving your health. This includes a secure foundation in a supportive environment, access to information, life skills and opportunities for making healthy choices. Through CHEC™, you and your family can start taking control of your health by gaining the knowledge and identifying resources to help you accomplish your goals.

Our goals are to:

• Coordinate services with other NYPH programs
• Create and provide up to date and accurate written materials
• Provide patient and family educational classes and seminars
• Provide unit specific education to our staff

The Cardiovascular Health Education Center (CHEC) at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is a resource center for patients, families and health care professionals dedicated to promoting cardiovascular health through the coordination of interdisciplinary programs and resources.

What We Offer

CHEC can direct you to:

• Classes
• Educational materials
• Counseling
• Professional development
• Innovative research

If you cannot find what you are looking for, contact our staff and we will assist you.
212.305.1493

Click here to download a copy of our brochure.