The Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) received the Gold Seal of Credoval® from the joint commission for the accreditation of the Advanced Primary Stoke Center. This national distinction recognizes the commitment of the medical center for advanced neurological care for patients with a stroke.
The Gold Seal of the Joint Commission is a symbol of quality that reflects the commitment of a health organization for safe and high -quality patient care, including continuous compliance with the performance standards. The certification evaluates how organizations use clinical results and performance measures to improve the supply across the continuum, and what steps you take to prepare patients and your nursing staff for discharge. MRMC recently received the accreditation of the Advanced Primary Stroke Center in 2023.
“MRMC strives to offer our patients and the community an advanced, best practical health care, especially for emergency situations such as strokes,” said Martin Chaney, CEO of Maury Regional Health, MD, Martin Chaney. “It is an honor for us to have received recertification from the joint commission as an advanced primary stroke center, and will continue to strive for exceptional care for our stroke patients and their families and caregivers.”
Doctors of Maury Regional Health Medical Personnel use state -of -the -art technology to provide patients with stroke symptoms in the emergency room or inpatient unit.
For almost 10 years, nurses in the Medical Center have implemented a sophisticated telemedicine platform for stroke patients. When people with symptoms of a stroke that doctors for emergency and hospital doctors are present in the medical staff in the hospital, around the clock there are access to consultations from neurologists certified by the board in the Ascension Saint Thomas-System. This partnership enables critical support around the clock for patients who need a quick reaction. In addition, the Maury Regional Medical Center Rapid® software with CT technology (Computed Tomography) offers to map blood flow and carry out fast and automated diagnostic tests for patients with signs of stroke. This helps doctors and the nursing team to determine the best procedure for accelerated treatment.
After a stroke, Maury offers regional health resources for patients and their families, including outpatient stroke rehabilitation of experienced physical, language and occupational therapists. The medical center also organizes a monthly line support group to exchange resources and education.
“Maury Regional Health always endeavors to implement new and innovative technology and care models in order to meet our vision, to be the trustworthy choice of southern Middle Tennesses for health care,” said Dr. Chaney. “I am deeply grateful for the team that offers our patients life -saving care when the time is of crucial importance.”
As part of the reakRication process of the joint commission, MRMC was subjected to a strict review on site at the beginning of this year. During the visit, a team of common reviewers of the Commission assessed compliance with the associated certification standards, including program management and provision and facilitating clinical care. The standards of the joint commission are developed in consultation with experts and providers, trade fair experts and health care patients. You are informed by the scientific literature and the expert consensus to support health organizations in measuring, evaluating and improving performance. The surveyors also carried out observations and interviews on site.
“As a health care doctor, the joint commission works with health organizations in all nursing attitudes to inspire a safer and higher quality of care that is more fair and compassionate,” said Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, Executive Vice President for accreditation and certification operations and chief nursing officers of the common commission. “Through cooperation with innovative solutions and evidence -based resources and tools, the joint commission contributes and at the same time promotes the accountability obligation through our leading survey methods and standards. We praise Maury Regional Medical Center for his commitment to drive safety, quality and compassion for all patients.”
The stroke warning signs include:
- Sudden deafness or weakness of the face, arm or the leg (especially on one side of the body)
- Confusion or problems speaking
- To see problems in one or both eyes
- Problems with walking and dizziness or loss of balance
- A sudden heavy headache without knowledge
If individuals start showing signs of a stroke, they call 9-1-1 immediately. It is crucial to recognize these signs and act quickly to seek medical help.
To learn more about Maury Regional Health's stroke services, visit Mauryregional.com/stroke.
Further information on the accreditation process and the joint commission can be found on the website of the joint commission.
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