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Heart Institute Rated Among the Best in the U.S.

The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital has once again earned high marks from HealthGrades®, a leading healthcare ratings organization.
 

 

The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital has once again been recognized among the top cardiac programs in the nation and the state by HealthGrades®, a leading healthcare ratings organization.

For the second consecutive year, Doylestown Hospital was ranked among the top 10 percent in the nation for overall cardiac services and coronary interventional procedures (angioplasty and stenting). (See below for a complete list of highlights.)

“Our team of experienced and compassionate physicians, nurses, support staff and volunteers have an amazing chemistry and mutual respect,” says John Mitchell, Executive Director of Cardiovascular Services. “They work exceptionally well together to provide the best care possible in an environment that’s caring and attentive to individual needs.”

The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital also received multiple 5-star ratings – the highest – signaling a tradition of excellence in cardiac care.

“Our patients come first. Improving the quality of care we provide is a motivating force for every member of our hospital team every day,” notes Eleanor Wilson, RN, MSN, Vice President of Patient Services. “We offer patients excellent services in an environment that doesn’t sacrifice the personal touch important in a community hospital setting.”

Doylestown Hospital HealthGrades Ratings 2010 Highlights

  • Ranked Among the Top 10 in Pennsylvania for Overall Cardiac Services, 3 years in a row (2008-2010)
  • Ranked Among the Top 10 in Pennsylvania for Cardiology Services, 3 years in a row (2008-2010)
  • Recipient of HealthGrades Coronary Intervention Excellence Award, 2 years in a row (2009-2010)
  • 5-Star Rated for Coronary Bypass Surgery (2010)
  • 5-Star Rated for Valve Replacement Surgery, 4 years in a row (2007-2010)
  • 5-Star Rated for Coronary Interventional Procedures, 3 years in a row (2008-2010)
  • 5-Star Rated for Treatment of Heart Attack, 4 years in a row (2007-2010)
  • Ranked Among the Top 10% Nationwide for Patient Experience, 2009-2010
  • Ranked Among the Top 5% Nationwide for Patient Safety, 2009
  • For more information about our HealthGrades ratings, visit www.dh.org or www.healthgrades.com.

     
    Last Reviewed: January 2010

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