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Michael A. Stocker, M.D., Chairman of the Board - Alan D. Aviles, President HHC - New York Health and Hospitals Corporation
HHC InFocus - Understanding Our Quality & Safety Performance
Heart Failure Care

HHC hospitals follow best practices to treat heart failure, including assessment of a patient's left ventricular function, which is a reflection of damaged heart muscle. ACE Inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) are often prescribed to lower blood pressure and reduce strain on the heart. Heart failure patients who have a history of tobacco use receive smoking cessation advice and/or counseling during their hospital stay. Patients are also given instructions and educational materials on exercise, activity level, diet, weight monitoring, and what to do if their symptoms get worse.

Appropriate and Timely Treatment and Prevention
Hospital-Specific Data January 2010 - December 2010

*The number of cases is too small (n<25) for purposes of reliably predicting hospital's performance.


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