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Riverside Receives American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Award

August 8, 2019

The Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry empowers healthcare teams to consistently treat heart attack patients using the most current, science-based guidelines as outlined by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association. It establishes a national standard for understanding and improving the quality, safety and outcomes of care provided for patients with coronary artery disease, specifically high-risk heart attack patients.

Chest Pain - MI Registry 2019

"This award demonstrates Riverside's commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients," said Vikas Patel, MD, Medical Director of Cardiac Cath Lab. "Furthermore, it's a testament to our dedication to transforming heart health in our community."

To learn more about Riverside's award-winning services and comprehensive approach to heart health, click here.

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About Riverside Healthcare

Riverside Healthcare is a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of individuals and communities throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy, and beyond. As part of the system, Riverside Medical Center, a 300-bed hospital, provides a full scope of inpatient and outpatient care and is a nationally recognized, award-winning Level II Trauma hospital with advanced programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and maternity services. Its reputation for nursing excellence has earned Riverside Magnet® designation since 2011, the only area hospital to hold this distinction. Riverside also operates several community, primary, and specialty health centers throughout the region. Learn more about Riverside Healthcare at riversidehealthcare.org.

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AnnMarie Fauske
Director of Marketing & Public Relations
afauske@rhc.net
(815) 928-6279