According to the AHA, certified comprehensive hypertension centers such as LVH–Cedar Crest and LVH–Muhlenberg must be primarily devoted to patients with hypertension and related disorders. In addition, they must be recognized as referral and treatment resources for resistant and secondary hypertension and have facilities and personnel capable of assessing and evaluating complicated hypertension problems.
Certified Comprehensive Hypertension Centers are recognized as leaders in providing the most up-to-date effective treatment strategies based on current evidence-based research in hypertension.
“Early intervention and effective treatment is vital with hypertension. Know your numbers and work with your primary care clinician or cardiologist to keep your blood pressure under control.” - Eric Elgin, MD
The hospitals underwent several reviews by AHA quality improvement specialists who evaluated their policies, procedures and operations to ensure appropriate diagnosis, evaluation and treatment protocols were in place and used for hypertension patients.
Eric Elgin, MD, Network Chief of Cardiology for Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute, says the designation reflects the expertise across the Heart and Vascular Institute and its commitment to world-class care, research and education. “Early intervention and effective treatment is vital with hypertension. Know your numbers and work with your primary care clinician or cardiologist to keep your blood pressure under control,” Dr. Elgin says.
