Penn State Health hospitals recognized for commitment to heart disease and stroke treatment
Health system receives several Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline awards for proven dedication to best practices and life-saving care
The American Heart Association has honored Penn State Health’s hospitals with a series of prestigious awards, acknowledging their dedication to implementing the latest research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke. These accolades highlight the hospitals’ commitment to saving lives, reducing recovery times and minimizing hospital readmissions.
Heart disease and stroke are two of the leading causes of death in the United States, with someone experiencing a stroke or heart attack every 40 seconds. Studies have consistently shown that patients have better recovery outcomes when health care providers consistently adhere to treatment guidelines.
Penn State Health’s hospitals have been recognized for their exceptional patient care and outcomes, qualifying them for the esteemed Get With The Guidelines® and Mission: Lifeline awards. The following is a comprehensive list of the awards received by each hospital:
Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center:
- Heart Failure Gold Plus with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
- Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center:
- Heart Failure Gold Plus with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
- Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
- AFib Gold
- Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Bronze
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center:
- Stroke Silver Plus
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center:
- Heart Failure GOLD PLUS with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center:
- Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Gold with Target: Type 2 Diabetes
- Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
- Heart Failure Gold Plus with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll, Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
“These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” said Dr. Steven Ettinger, vice president and physician lead for heart and vascular services at Penn State Health. “We are committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients by following the most current and effective treatment guidelines. This recognition from the American Heart Association underscores our ongoing efforts to improve patient outcomes and promote heart and vascular health in our community.”
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