Orlando, FL – March 22, 2010 – Dr. P. Phillips Hospital’s Chest Pain Center has received Cycle III accreditation from the Society of Chest Pain Centers making it the first hospital in Orlando to receive this prestigious distinction.
Dr. Phillips Hospital’s Cycle III accreditation as a chest pain center sets it apart as a cardiac care facility. To receive the accreditation, the Chest Pain Center demonstrated expertise and commitment to quality patient care for the entire hospital experience -- from the moment a patient is picked up by ambulance through discharge from the hospital. The Society of Chest Pain Centers conducted an on-site review of Dr. Phillips Hospital and its employees which evaluated the use of proven best practices and collaboration with community emergency medical services. For example, employees were evaluated on their ability to recognize heart attack warning signs and how to help patients in a hospital, or members of the community, who are having chest discomfort or displaying heart attack warning signs.
“This accreditation is a reflection of the hard work and dedication by our team at Dr. Phillips Hospital and their commitment to emergency cardiac care,” says Mark Jones, president, Dr. Phillips Hospital. “We are extremely pleased with the Society’s designation as a Cycle III chest pain center and we look forward to continuing to serve the many patients and their families in the community who come to Dr. Phillips for cardiovascular care.”
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, part of the nationally recognized Orlando Health system, is a complete medical and surgical facility serving southwest Orange County. With 237 acute care beds, Dr. Phillips Hospital offers specialized programs including cardiovascular surgery, laparoscopic surgery, emergency medicine and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Dr. Phillips serves residents and visitors to Orlando’s sprawling tourist complex, including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. For more information, visit www.drphillipshospital.com.