UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. Achieves Top National Ranking for Adult Cardiac Surgery
The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in North America for adult cardiac surgery, according to the recently released 2023-24 rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute is part of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), a world-renowned healthcare system known for its exceptional quality and innovation in medical care. With campuses in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New York, and Ohio, UPMC provides a wide range of specialized services, including state-of-the-art cardiac surgery. The U.S. News & World Report rankings assess hospitals based on various factors, including patient survival rates, surgical volume, and patient satisfaction. The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania performed exceptionally well in these areas, earning it a place among the elite hospitals in the nation for adult cardiac surgery. “This recognition is a testament to the outstanding care provided by our dedicated team of cardiac surgeons, nurses, and support staff,” said Dr. Mario Choti, chief of cardiac surgery at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania. “We are committed to providing our patients with the highest level of quality and compassionate care, ensuring that they receive the best possible outcomes.” The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania offers a comprehensive range of cardiac surgical services, including both traditional and minimally invasive procedures. These services include: * Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) * Valve repair and replacement * Aortic surgery * Heart failure surgery * Congenital heart surgery “Our patients come to us with a variety of complex cardiac conditions,” said Dr. Choti. “Our team of experts works together to develop personalized treatment plans that are tailored to each patient’s individual needs. We are proud to offer our patients access to the latest advancements in cardiac surgery, including minimally invasive techniques that allow for faster recovery times.” The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania has a long history of providing exceptional cardiac care. The Institute was founded in 1989 and has since become a regional leader in cardiac surgery. The Institute’s surgeons have performed more than 10,000 cardiac surgical procedures, with consistently high patient survival rates. “We are committed to providing our patients with the best possible care,” said Dr. Choti. “Our team is constantly innovating and developing new techniques to improve patient outcomes. We are proud to be recognized as one of the top hospitals in North America for adult cardiac surgery, and we will continue to strive to provide our patients with the highest level of quality care.” For more information about the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pennsylvania, please visit their website or call 717-771-6000.
UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. Ranked Among Elite Hospitals in North America for Adult Cardiac Surgery
[Harrisburg, PA] – UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in North America for adult cardiac surgery by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). The STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database tracks the outcomes of more than 500,000 adult cardiac surgery procedures performed at over 1,000 hospitals worldwide. The STS uses this data to develop quality measures that assess the safety and effectiveness of cardiac surgery programs. UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. ranked in the top 10% of hospitals nationally for overall risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates. The center also ranked in the top 20% of hospitals for: * Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) * Valve repair or replacement surgery * Aortic aneurysm repair * Heart transplantation “This recognition is a testament to the exceptional care provided by our team of cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, nurses, and other professionals,” said Dr. Christopher Bonafide, chief of cardiac surgery at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. “We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care, and this ranking is a validation of our efforts.” UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. is a regional center for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. The center offers a comprehensive range of services, including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology studies, and heart surgery. For more information about UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa., visit www.upmc.com/centralpaheart.
