PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Tower Health recently achieved accreditation from SRC as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery. This accreditation recognizes Phoenixville Hospital’s commitment and high standard of delivery of quality patient care and safety.
Status as an accredited Center of Excellence means that Phoenixville Hospital has met nationally and internationally recognized standards. Not all hospitals and surgeons seek accreditation; not all that undergo the rigorous inspection process are granted accreditation.
“The skills and dedication of the robotic surgery team at Phoenixville Hospital to receive this accreditation is a true testament to their commitment and perseverance for excellence,” states Rich Newell, CEO of Phoenixville Hospital and Pottstown Hospital. “I am very proud of the services they provide to our community with care and compassion for each patient.”
Health care facilities and surgeons seeking an SRC accreditation undergo an extensive assessment and inspection process to ensure the applicant meets SRC’s proven standards and requirements. These requirements include surgical volumes, facility equipment, clinical pathways and standardized operating procedures, an emphasis on patient education and continuous quality assessment. Inspectors educate staff in the accredited departments on best practices to help an organization improve its care and services.
“We’re proud to recognize Phoenixville Hospital for its commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients,” said Gary M. Pratt, CEO of SRC. “This accreditation signals that this facility is among the best in this specialty and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible.”
Surgeons receiving accreditation as Surgeons of Excellence in Robotics include Pankaj Kalra,MD; and Jose Maceda, MD, while Martin Vinca, MD; Dalkeith Facey, DO; Scott Grant, MD,earned Master Surgeon in Robotics designation.
Phoenixville Hospital established their robotic surgery program in 2006 and is one of the largest robotic-assisted surgery programs in Chester County utilizing multiple robotic devices. Close to 20 surgeons on staff at Phoenixville Hospital are trained in robotic surgery and perform a variety of surgeries, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal, appendix removal, prostatectomy, and women’s gyn surgeries.
To learn more about our robotic services, visit towerhealth.org.
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