Onslow Memorial Hospital has been recognized as being a leader when it comes to patients and heart issues.
Per Onslow Memorial Hospital they were recently recognized with the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Heart Failure Gold Plus quality achievement award for their dedication to improving outcomes for patients with heart failure. The hospital has reduced readmissions and improved the number of healthy days at home for patients.
The Get With The Guidelines – Heart Failure Quality Achievement award is granted to hospitals that exhibit a commitment to treating patients by the most current guidelines provided by the American Heart Association. This program leverages the expertise of the American Heart Association in assisting hospitals nationwide to ensure that patient care aligns with the latest research and evidence based guidelines. The goal is to increase healthy days at home and decrease hospital readmissions for heart failure patients.
“Onslow Memorial Hospital is dedicated to enhancing patient care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines. Get With The Guidelines makes it easier for our teams to implement proven knowledge and guidelines daily, which studies show can help patients recover better. The ultimate objective is to ensure that more people in Onslow County can enjoy longer, healthier lives.” says, Dr. Josephine Malfitano, Associate Vice President PI Accreditation.
Sabra Lewsey, M.D., MPH, chair of the American Heart Association Heart Failure System of Care Advisory Group and assistant professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine says, “We are delighted to acknowledge the leaders and teams at Onslow Memorial Hospital for their strong commitment to caring for people with heart failure. Hospitals that participate in Get With The Guidelines – Heart Failure often witness improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions, and lower mortality rates – a victory for families, communities, and healthcare systems.”
Moreover, Onslow Memorial Hospital also landed on the American Heart Association’s Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll and they have received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll™ award. Target: Type 2 Diabetes also focuses on ensuring that patients with Type 2 diabetes receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to heart disease or stroke.
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