CEO Message
Welcome to the University Hospital and Medical Center website.
It is an honor to serve as University Hospital and Medical Center’s Chief Executive Officer. We are committed to meeting the needs of our community and providing compassionate care with new technology, first rate physicians, and top quality services available today.
At University Hospital and Medical Center we will continue to bring breakthroughs in orthopedic care and joint replacement surgery, diagnostic and interventional neurosurgical and spine services, women’s services including digital mammography and stereotactic surgery, state-of-the-art MRI and diagnostic imaging equipment, and a complete range of behavioral health services including a one-of-a-kind program for geriatric behavioral health.
University Hospital is designated as a Blue Cross Blue Shield Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement and Spine Surgery as well as a Disease Specific Care Certification Program in Hip and Knee Surgery by the Joint Commission. These prestigious certifications demonstrate an expertise in quality care, resulting in better overall outcomes for patients by meeting objective clinical measures developed with input from expert physicians and medical organizations.
From a medical quality standpoint the team at University has made great strides including a 98% overall compliance with all of Medicare’s Core Measure quality indicators. We have also been recognized in the top 5% of the Hospitals in the country with the lowest complications and mortality rates.
We look forward to being your partner for your healthcare needs in 2011 and beyond, and we are proud to have the opportunity to serve you and your family.
Please feel free to contact me or any member of the Administrative team by calling our direct office line at (954) 724-6100.
Thank you for choosing University Hospital and Medical Center for your healthcare needs.
Sincerely,
W. Mark Rader, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer