From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM – The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Grandview Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients receiving transcatheter valve repair and replacement procedures. Grandview was awarded Transcatheter Valve Certification based on evaluation of the staff’s ability to meet standards for multidisciplinary teams, formalized training, shared decision-making and registry performance.
The ACC’s Transcatheter Valve Certification is an external review and certification process that pairs with established national clinical databases to monitor patient safety and real-world outcomes related to transcatheter valve therapies. Participation in established national clinical databases such as the STS/ACC TVT Registry is required for hospitals interested in achieving Transcatheter Valve Certification.
“We are incredibly proud of our cardiology team here at Grandview,” said Daniel McKinney, CEO of Grandview. “This certification recognizes the commitment of our physicians and staff to striving for excellence in patient care.”
The certification uses established national clinical measures to support clinical decisions and links process improvement to patient outcomes. Hospitals that achieve Transcatheter Valve Certification learn best practices for implementing evidence-based medicine to support patient-centered decision-making and can track key performance metrics to better identify opportunities for improvement.
About Grandview Medical Center
Grandview Medical Center is a 434-bed tertiary care hospital. In 2022, Grandview provided quality care to 832,000 patients in Birmingham and surrounding communities. Conveniently located on Highway 280, Grandview offers diverse specialties including cardiac electrophysiology, orthopedics, women’s services, digestive disorders, rehabilitation services, behavioral health, robotic-assisted surgery, and emergency care. Specialty units include a Level III trauma center, certified Chest Pain Center, recognized stroke center, cardiac cath lab, and neonatal, surgical and medical intensive care. In 2023, Grandview opened a Freestanding Emergency Department in Trussville.
About the American College of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is the global leader in transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for all. As the preeminent source of professional medical education for the entire cardiovascular care team since 1949, ACC credentials cardiovascular professionals in over 140 countries who meet stringent qualifications and leads in the formation of health policy, standards and guidelines. Through its world-renowned family of JACC Journals, NCDR registries, ACC Accreditation Services, global network of Member Sections, CardioSmart patient resources and more, the College is committed to ensuring a world where science, knowledge and innovation optimize patient care and outcomes. Learn more at acc.org or follow @ACCinTouch.