CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Trident Medical Center is ranked as one of the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the nation by Premier, Inc.’s scorecard.

The hospital said the scorecard was created through analysis of publicly available data.

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“This recognition recognizes the entire cardiovascular team’s commitment to providing excellent, compassionate, evidence-based care to our patients,” Dr. Patrick Looser, an interventional cardiologist at Trident Medical Center, said in a statement. This is a testament to the dedication of our members.” “Despite the high prevalence of advanced cardiovascular disease in our patient population, we consistently deliver positive outcomes. It is an honor to work with such dedicated experts. And it’s a privilege.”

In addition to being recognized as a Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital, Trident Medical Center received America’s 250 Best Hospitals award for the third consecutive year from Healthgrades last year and was recognized by Leapfrog for patient safety, according to the hospital. Earned an “A” grade for the second year in a row.

“The physicians on Trident’s cardiovascular team know and respect each other,” Dr. Michael Craig, leader of Trident Medical Center’s heart failure clinic, said in a statement. “And we work very well together: a talented group of doctors who know how to treat very complex cardiovascular diseases, and a group of talented nurses who provide excellent care after surgery and other cardiac procedures.” a group of teachers and other clinicians.”