Perry Hospital Receives Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from DNV GL Healthcare
Staff Report From Middle Georgia CEO
Tuesday, June 11th, 2019
Perry Hospital has been recognized by DNV GL Healthcare as a certified Hip & Knee Replacement Center.
The DNV GL Healthcare Hip and Knee Replacement Certification, based on standards set forth by DNV GL - Healthcare and considering the guidelines of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, recognizes program excellence in patient care and outcomes.
DNV GL - Healthcare certification as a Hip & Knee Replacement Center validates the hospital’s excellence across the spectrum of hip and knee replacement care, from diagnosis to treatment, rehabilitation, education and outcomes.
“This certification tells our community that we have the resources and commitment to provide the best possible care for Hip and Knee replacement,” states David Campbell, Administrator for Perry Hospital. “It’s a combination of the right equipment, personnel and training to exhibit excellence in orthopedic surgery within the scope of Hip and Knee Replacement and related procedures. Achieving certification validates all the effort we have put into this program to ensure the health and safety of our patients.”
“Achieving certification shows commitment to excellence,” says Patrick Horine, CEO of DNV GL Healthcare. “It helps demonstrate to your community that you are performing at the highest level.”
“Receiving a certification like this cannot be done with just one department,” shares Justin Beatty, RN, Nurse Manager for Surgical Services at Perry Hospital. “This has been accomplished by a dedicated team of staff members, the physicians on staff at Perry Hospital, and key leaders from within Houston Healthcare. At Perry, we are proud of our high-quality standard and want to ensure we are always working to improve and make it better for our patients and their family members.”