WakeMed North Hospital Recognized for Excellence, Earns Chest Pain Accreditation from American College of Cardiology
November 14, 2022
RALEIGH, N.C. (November 14, 2022) – WakeMed North Hospital has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The accreditation, which recognizes the hospital’s demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain, is based on a rigorous on-site evaluation of the team’s ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 730,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. Hospitals that have earned ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation have proven exceptional competency in treating patients with heart attack symptoms.
“This recognition is a credit to the hard work of our outstanding team of clinicians here at North Hospital,” said Karen Bash, MD, chief medical officer, WakeMed North Hospital. “Our community is fortunate to have such a dedicated team of doctors, nurses, clinicians, and other staff that earnestly support the efforts leading to better patient education and improved patient outcomes.”
Hospitals earning ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation have proven exceptional competency in treating patients with heart attack symptoms – from streamlined systems for admission, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to appropriate post-discharge care to recommendations and assistance in patient lifestyle changes.
WakeMed Raleigh Campus and WakeMed Cary Hospital also hold Chest Pain Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology.
About WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed is a not-for-profit health care system founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding and compassionate care to all. WakeMed’s 970-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, including three full-service hospitals, seven emergency departments, a dedicated Children’s Hospital and Rehabilitation Hospital, more than 80 physician offices and Wake County’s only Level I Trauma Center. WakeMed’s mission-driven team includes more than 10,300 employees, 1,000 volunteers and 1,300 affiliated physicians, along with the more than 700 physicians and providers with WakeMed Physician Practices – all representing the best minds and the biggest hearts and the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org or follow WakeMed on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About the American College of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology envisions a world where innovation and knowledge optimize cardiovascular care and outcomes. As the professional home for the entire cardiovascular care team, the mission of the College and its 54,000 members is to transform cardiovascular care and to improve heart health. The ACC bestows credentials upon cardiovascular professionals who meet stringent qualifications and leads in the formation of health policy, standards and guidelines. The College also provides professional medical education, disseminates cardiovascular research through its world-renowned JACC Journals, operates national registries to measure and improve care, and offers cardiovascular accreditation to hospitals and institutions. For more, visit acc.org.
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