St. Luke's Receives Hip & Knee Replacement Certification from DNV GL Healthcare
Posted on Sep 10, 2018
By St. Luke's, Duluth
St. Luke’s has been recognized as a DNV GL Healthcare certified Hip
& Knee Replacement Center.
“This certification tells our community that we have the resources
and commitment to provide the best possible care for hip and knee replacement,”
Dr. David Fogarty, with St. Luke’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
said. “It’s a combination of the right equipment, personnel
and training to exhibit excellence in orthopedic surgery within the scope
of hip and knee replacement and related procedures. Achieving certification
validates all of the effort we have put into this program to ensure the
health and safety of our patients.”
The DNV GL – Healthcare Hip & Knee Replacement Certification,
based on standards set forth by DNV GL – Healthcare and considering
the guidelines of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, recognizes
program excellence in patient care and outcomes. DNV GL – Healthcare
certification as a Hip & Knee Replacement Center validates the hospital’s
excellence across the spectrum of hip and knee replacement care, from
diagnosis to treatment, rehabilitation, education and outcomes.
“Achieving certification shows commitment to excellence,” says
Patrick Horine, CEO of DNV GL – Healthcare. “It helps demonstrate
to your community that you are performing at the highest level.
BELOW: DNV GL Hip and Knee Replacement Certificate