Celebrated News Segment Highlights St. Joseph’s Health and Its SRC Accreditation in Hernia Surgery
St. Joseph’s Health Hospital in Syracuse, New York, has earned national recognition as an SRC-accredited Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery. This distinction, recently highlighted by ABC News Channel 9 WSYR, marks a significant achievement for the hospital and underscores its commitment to surgical quality, patient safety, and clinical excellence.
“Achieving accreditation as a Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery reflects the dedication of our entire surgical team to providing patients with the safest, most effective care available,” said Dr. Travis P. Webb, Medical Director of the Hernia Center of Excellence at St. Joseph’s Health. “This recognition validates the clinical pathways, standardized practices, and patient-centered focus we have built to ensure every individual we care for has the best possible outcome.”
What an SRC Accreditation Means
SRC is an international, nonprofit patient-safety organization dedicated to improving healthcare quality and safety for patients worldwide. SRC’s Center of Excellence and Surgeon of Excellence designations are awarded to facilities and physicians who meet and maintain the highest standards in surgical care, based on a rigorous review of procedures, outcomes, equipment, and patient support protocols.
Earning this accreditation not only validates St. Joseph’s Health’s commitment to clinical excellence but also provides assurance to patients that they are receiving care that meets global best-practice standards.
Advancing Specialized Surgical Care
Specialized centers like the Hernia Center of Excellence at St. Joseph’s Health are linked to better outcomes, including lower complication and recurrence rates. Through advanced surgical techniques, state-of-the-art technology, and a strong emphasis on patient education and follow-up, St. Joseph’s Health continues to be a leader in safer, more effective hernia treatment.
About St. Joseph’s Health Hospital
Founded in 1869 as Syracuse’s first public hospital, St. Joseph’s Health has grown into a leading non-profit health system serving Central New York. With a comprehensive network of acute, primary, specialty, and outpatient care, it has earned national recognition for excellence in areas such as heart surgery and stroke care. Consistently ranked Best Regional Hospital and the #1 hospital in the Syracuse Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, St. Joseph’s Health has a legacy of innovation—from launching the city’s first ambulance service to pioneering robotic surgery in outpatient settings. As a member of Trinity Health and in partnership with St. Joseph’s Physicians, the hospital remains deeply committed to advancing care and improving the long-term health of the communities it serves.
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