Deaconess Named Among 100 Great Heart Programs in US by Beckers Review
Deaconess Heart Hospital, the only acute care hospital in the Tri-State area dedicated exclusively to heart and vascular care, offers a comprehensive range of services from preventive care to complex surgeries. The health system has been at the forefront of implementing innovative procedures, including being among the first in the region to adopt the WATCHMAN device and performing over 450 left atrial appendage occlusion procedures. Deaconess is also utilizing Pulsed Field Ablation, transforming treatment for atrial fibrillation.
"Being named among the top 100 heart programs in the nation is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our cardiovascular team,” said Dr. James Porter, President of Physicians Division at Deaconess. “At Deaconess, we're committed to providing the highest quality heart care to our community, utilizing the latest technologies and techniques. This recognition from Becker's Hospital Review validates our efforts and inspires us to continue advancing cardiac care in the Tri-State area."
Deaconess boasts the largest cardiovascular team in the Tri-State area, comprising 7 interventional cardiologists, 11 general cardiologists, 4 electrophysiologists, 2 cardiothoracic surgeons, and 1 vascular surgeon. This extensive team ensures personalized and comprehensive care for every patient, reflected in the hospital's high patient satisfaction score of 91.6%.
The health system's commitment to excellence is further evidenced by numerous accolades, including:
- Being named a top heart hospital in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report for 2023-2024
- Being name high performing hospital by U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024 in Heart Failure Receiving the Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Award
- Earning ACC Cath Lab and EP Accreditations
- Being recognized as an Edwards Benchmark TAVR Program
- Achieving Echocardiography accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) for Adult Transthoracic
Deaconess continues to expand its services and team, having recruited 10 physicians and grown its Advanced Practice Provider team from 5 to over 20 in the past 4.5 years. This growth mindset ensures that Deaconess remains at the forefront of cardiovascular care in the region. For more information about Deaconess’ heart services, please visit deaconess.com/Deaconess-HeartGroup