PHILADELPHIA, PA — Phoenixville Hospital has once again demonstrated its unwavering dedication to quality patient care, earning the prestigious Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission and the Heart-Check mark from the American Stroke Association for Primary Stroke Center Certification.
The hospital underwent a stringent onsite review by The Joint Commission, evaluating compliance with certification standards that include program management, door-to-CT scan times, speed of thrombolytic medication administration, and the delivery of quality clinical care. This certification process is developed in consultation with healthcare experts, providers, patients, and measurement specialists.
Rich Newell, President and CEO of Phoenixville Hospital and Pottstown Hospital, expressed pride in the achievement. “We have an outstanding stroke team who cares about patients,” he said. “This designation confirms our Phoenixville community patients receive excellent care.”
The Primary Stroke Certification acknowledges healthcare organizations’ commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care. Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission, commended Phoenixville Hospital for using the certification process to drive safer, higher quality, and more compassionate care.
Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Stroke Association, also applauded the hospital’s accomplishment, stating, “This certification reflects its commitment to providing the highest quality of care for stroke patients.”
In addition to these commendations, Phoenixville Hospital received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award. This recognition underscores the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. The award included the AHA Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, which aims to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes receive the most up-to-date care when hospitalized due to stroke.
“Earning these national designations indicates a dedicated, cohesive clinical team across the continuum of care,” said Sharon Thomas, MSN-Ed, BSN, RN, Stroke Coordinator, Phoenixville Hospital. “Our staff has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to a higher standard of clinical care.”
For residents of Phoenixville and greater Chester County, these accolades provide reassurance that their local hospital is committed to delivering top-notch stroke care. It also highlights the importance of ongoing investment in healthcare infrastructure and the benefits of a community-focused approach to patient care.
The implications for the broader healthcare industry are significant as well. By achieving these certifications, Phoenixville Hospital sets a high bar for other facilities, potentially driving improvements in stroke care across the nation. This commitment to excellence and continuous improvement could be a model for other hospitals seeking to enhance their stroke care services and patient outcomes.
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