SGMC Health Recognized For Sustained Excellence in Cardiac Care 

July 14, 2026 - 17:20

SGMC Health has been recognized for the 12th year in a row with the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Resuscitation Gold quality achievement award. This honor goes to hospitals that show a steady commitment to following proven, evidence-based guidelines when treating patients who suffer a cardiac arrest while in the hospital.

The award highlights the hospital's consistent focus on using the latest research and protocols to improve survival rates and patient outcomes. For over a decade, SGMC Health has worked to ensure that its staff is trained to respond quickly and effectively in these critical moments. The guidelines cover everything from immediate response to post-resuscitation care, aiming to give each patient the best possible chance at recovery.

Hospital leaders say this recognition reflects the hard work of doctors, nurses, and support teams who train together to handle these emergencies. They note that the award is not just about winning a prize, but about maintaining a culture of safety and high standards year after year. The sustained recognition places SGMC Health among a select group of hospitals nationwide that have achieved this level of performance over such a long period. The award serves as a public measure of the hospital's dedication to saving lives through consistent, high-quality cardiac care.