Butler Memorial Hospital has been recognized for high quality hip and knee replacement surgery.
The local hospital was recently designated as a UPMC Health Plan Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Center of Excellence. This title is only given to orthopedic surgeons and hospitals that pass a rigorous credentialing process to demonstrate best practices throughout the entire patient care process.
“Hip and knee replacement surgery is a serious decision,” said Dr. Thomas Muzzonigro, Medical Director. “Patients who choose Butler Memorial Hospital are choosing a facility that has demonstrated high quality performance and commitment to UPMC Health Plan’s high standards for patient-centered care, best outcomes, and continuous quality improvement that achieves the best results and minimizes complications.”
The goal of the Center of Excellence Program is to help members make informed decisions about care though information about quality and outcomes.
