On Feb. 24, 2016, Loma Linda University Medical Center was again awarded advanced certification in Ventricular Assist Device (VAD ) destination therapy from The Joint Commission.
To achieve this certification, Loma Linda University Medical Center underwent an on-site review on Feb. 22 and 23 with a Joint Commission reviewer who evaluated the program’s compliance with all requirements for the Disease-Specific Certification and Ventricular Assist Device destination therapy standards, practice guidelines and performance measures.
We want to recognize the efforts of the adult cardiac team, operating room, emergency department and each of the interdisciplinary team members for their tremendous efforts and the demonstration of true excellence in this achievement.
The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization which accredits and certifies more than 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationally as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards.
Congratulations to the entire team and thank you for your dedication to the patients at Loma Linda University Health and the excellence of care that is provided.