Delray Medical Center announces today that it has earned accreditation as Center of Excellence in Robotics, from SRC as a Center of Excellence in Robotics.

This accreditation recognizes Delray Medical Center’s commitment and high standard of delivery of quality patient care and safety. Status as an accredited Center of Excellence in Robotics means that Delray Medical Center has met nationally and internationally recognized standards. Not all pursue accreditation, and among those who do, not all meet the standards to earn it.

“We always put the patient first at Delray Medical Center,” said the hospital’s CEO, Heather Haverciak. “This accreditation shows that not only do we invest in some of the latest technology to help improve outcomes and the patient experience, but we are also masters of our craft. Robotics can help reduce time in surgery, improve precision and reduce time recovering.”

Healthcare facilities and surgeons seeking an SRC accreditation undergo an extensive assessment and inspection process to ensure the applicant meets SRC’s proven standards and requirements. These requirements include surgical volumes, facility equipment, clinical pathways and standardized operating procedures, an emphasis on patient education and continuous quality assessment. Inspectors educate staff in the accredited departments on best practices to help an organization improve its care and services.

“We’re proud to recognize Delray Medical Center for its commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients,” said Gary M. Pratt, CEO of SRC. “This accreditation signals that this facility is among the best in this specialty and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible.”

About Delray Medical Center

Delray Medical Center, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 536-bed acute care hospital, spanning 30 acres, employing over 1,700 employees, 700 physicians, serving southern Palm Beach County for over 40 years. As both a community hospital and state-designated Level I Trauma Center Delray Medical Center offers several specialized services including state-of-the art cardiac and vascular facilities, orthopedics, neurosciences, emergency care, and weight-loss surgery.

Pinecrest Rehabilitation and Outpatient Hospital at Delray Medical Center is the only state designated brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation program in the county by the State of Florida. Delray Medical Center is also home to Fair Oaks Pavilion, a 53-bed adult psychiatry unit. For more information about our services, visit our website at www.palmbeachhealthnetwork.com.