Zoe Adams Joins JRMC Cardiac Rehab as Exercise Physiologist

Zoe Adams

Zoe Adams has joined Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) Cardiac Rehab as an exercise physiologist, helping the department expand its ability to serve patients across the region.

A graduate of the University of Jamestown (UJ), Adams is currently pursuing her master's in clinical exercise physiology through the University of Mary. She is particularly interested in working with patients with chronic diseases, including peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Adams first became interested in exercise physiology after JRMC Cardiac Rehab Coordinator Madeline Ranum spoke in one of her exercise science classes at UJ.

"I had never heard about exercise physiology before, but it immediately clicked," said Adams. "I looked into it more and realized, 'This is what I want to do.'"

Adams' connection to JRMC continued as an intern with the cardiac rehab team. The experience gave her an opportunity to work alongside the team and build relationships with patients before returning to JRMC as an exercise physiologist.

As an exercise physiologist, Adams will play a primary role in delivering care to patients recovering from significant cardiac or pulmonary events. Cardiac rehabilitation helps patients build healthy lifestyle habits — considered the second stage of treatment following such events.

"There are so many people who don't realize exercise can help with these events or chronic conditions, but can experience significant improvements," said Adams. "With education and a consistent routine, patients can build confidence and make meaningful improvements in their health."

Her addition also supports JRMC's Good Medicine program, in collaboration with Two Rivers Activity Center (TRAC). Good Medicine welcomes participants at any stage in their wellness journey, including those who have completed cardiac or pulmonary rehab. Hosted at TRAC and supervised by JRMC's exercise physiologists, the program is designed to help individuals maintain long-lasting, healthy habits with the social benefit of accountability.

As she begins her career at JRMC, Adams said she looks forward to continuing to learn while helping patients become more confident in managing their health.

"Exercise is something that I would recommend for so many aspects of health. It can benefit physical and mental well-being," said Adams. "The more we can educate people about it, the more they can understand the role it can play in their overall health."

To learn more about JRMC Cardiac Rehab or the Good Medicine program, visit jrmcnd.com/cardio-pulmonary or call (701) 952-4761.