York Hospital receives Bronze Milestone recognition from IAC for 20 years of commitment to quality echocardiograms

York Hospital has received the IAC Bronze Milestone Recognition for achieving 20 years of echocardiography accreditation from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). This milestone highlights the hospital’s long-term commitment to improving patient outcomes and safety through high-quality echocardiograms.

Every three years, accredited facilities must undergo a comprehensive review process to renew their accreditation. This includes an intensive application and evaluation conducted by a panel of medical experts. The IAC accreditation process assesses both the operational and technical components of each facility, including representative case studies and final reports.

Echocardiography is a key diagnostic tool for evaluating heart health and detecting conditions such as heart disease. On average, one American dies from cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds. IAC accreditation evaluates many factors that contribute to accurate diagnoses, including the experience and training of sonographers, the quality of equipment used and the quality assessment metrics each facility is required to measure.

IAC accreditation is viewed as gold standard in echocardiography. Referring physicians know that facilities who earn this accreditation demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

“This milestone is a testament to the skill and dedication of our echocardiography team, whose expertise has ensured the highest quality care for our patients year after year. Their commitment not only strengthens York Hospital but also reinforces the trust our community places in us to safeguard heart health,” said Dr. Patrick Taylor, president and CEO of York Hospital.

“We are proud to honor echocardiography facilities that have maintained accreditation for many years through our milestone recognition program,” said Mary Lally, MS, CAE, CEO of IAC. “Since our incorporation in 1997 as the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL)—now IAC Echocardiography—we have helped thousands of facilities standardize processes to deliver better patient care and outcomes. This recognition reflects the dedication of staff who consistently provide safe, effective and compassionate care. Their ongoing commitment sets an example for other providers and underscores the importance of putting patients first and continually improving quality.”

About York Hospital

York Hospital is an independent, nonprofit hospital that has been a staple in the community since 1906. Licensed for 79 beds, more than 275 physicians on the medical staff serve the main hospital campus in York, along with 10 community sites throughout southern Maine and New Hampshire. York Hospital, known for “Leading Care in Our Communities,” provides compassionate clinical excellence within its comfortable facilities.