Memorial Cardiac Institute Earns Top ACC HeartCARE Excellence Award

Altamonte Springs, Florida, USA - In a remarkable achievement, the Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute has been awarded the prestigious “HeartCARE National Distinction of Excellence” by the American College of Cardiology (ACC). This accolade marks a significant milestone, positioning Memorial as the third facility in Florida and the only one south of Vero Beach to receive such high recognition. The HeartCARE designation is the highest honor bestowed by the ACC, highlighting hospitals that not only meet but exceed national benchmarks for cardiovascular care.

According to Community Newspapers, to earn the HeartCARE designation, a hospital must engage in comprehensive performance measurement and quality initiatives, promote team-based care, and actively involve the community in heart health education. Michele Slane, the vice president of Memorial’s Cardiac and Vascular Institute, expressed pride in this award, emphasizing that it showcases their commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care.

A Commitment to Quality Care

This designation is not just a badge of honor but a testament to the dedication of the staff at Memorial. Deepak L. Bhatt, chair of the ACC Accreditation Management Board, noted that recognized institutions exhibit a genuine commitment to improving cardiovascular care through consistent process enhancements and community involvement.

For those curious about what it takes to achieve such a title, the requirements are clearly defined. As outlined by the ACC, a facility must hold at least two cardiovascular accreditations. The yearly recognition program brings additional components that benchmark cardiovascular practices, enhance patient outcomes, and reaffirm a commitment to excellence in the field.

Memorial Cardiac & Vascular Institute isn’t just resting on this laurels; it provides a vast array of services aimed at prevention, detection, treatment, and rehabilitation of heart and vascular conditions. Services span cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure, heart surgery, and even heart transplant, making it a vital resource in South Florida. Moreover, it is the only Comprehensive Care Center accredited by the Adult Congenital Heart Association in the region.

Exemplifying Excellence

The ACC’s decision to implement the HeartCARE Center: National Distinction of Excellence program was aimed at recognizing hospitals that consistently deliver outstanding cardiovascular care. To qualify for this distinction, hospitals must meet specific criteria through participation in at least two ACC Accreditation Services programs. Moreover, other quality improvement initiatives, like voluntary public reporting, serve to strengthen their applications further.

As Phillip Levy, MD, MPH, FACC, chair of ACC’s Accreditation Management Board, noted, these distinctions affirm the commitment of healthcare institutions to quality cardiovascular care. This is a matter of pride not just for the healthcare professionals involved but also for the communities they serve.

For additional insights into this prestigious recognition and the efforts behind it, interested individuals can check the ACC’s HeartCARE Center page or explore further details on the ACC’s latest initiatives in cardiovascular care.

This recognition reinforces the core values of dedication, teamwork, and excellence at the Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute, proving once again that when it comes to heart health, they truly have a good hand.