SURGEON JOINS HEART INSTITUTE
01/11/2010
Doylestown Hospital and Temple Announce agreement
for Cardiothoracic surgery.
A leading Temple faculty cardiothoracic surgeon has joined The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital, enhancing a program that is already among the top 10 percent in the nation.
James B. McClurken, MD, will divide his time between Temple and The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital, where he will provide supplemental surgical support to help meet a growing need for quality cardiothoracic surgical services in the community. Dr. McClurken is Professor and Vice Chair of the Department of Surgery at Temple University School of Medicine and Director of Perioperative Services for Cardiothoracic Surgery at Temple University Hospital.
Doylestown Hospital is ranked among the top 10 percent in the nation by HealthGrades?, a national healthcare rating organization, and The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
“Dr. McClurken’s talent and experience enhances the growing reputation of The Heart Institute at Doylestown Hospital,” said Joseph S. Auteri, MD, Medical Director of The Heart Institute at Doylestown Hospital. “Most importantly, our patients will benefit from his skills, as well as the additional services we will be able to provide to those who seek care at Doylestown Hospital from throughout the region and beyond.”
“This innovative clinical alliance will enrich both institutions, and will allow Doylestown Hospital to expand its services to the community,” said Sandy Gomberg, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Temple University Hospital.
Dr. McClurken is a recognized leader in cardiothoracic surgery – both as an educator and service provider. He directs quality assurance improvement in the field, and has experience with a variety of artificial heart and ventricular assist devices. In addition, he has been published in a number of professional journals, including The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, The Journal of Heart And Lung Transplant, and The Journal of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.
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Doylestown Hospital is a comprehensive 207-bed medical center serving families throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties and Western New Jersey. The Heart Institute at Doylestown Hospital is recognized by HealthGrades as a national leader in cardiac care. The Society for Thoracic Surgery – an international association of heart surgeons – also rated The Heart Institute among the top 10 percent in the United States. Independence Blue Cross gave it the Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care in 2009 based on experience, quality standards, positive results, and evidence-based care criteria.
Temple University Health System (TUHS) is a major academic health network dedicated to providing quality patient care and supporting medical education and research that helps advance medical care. TUHS consists of four healthcare-provider facilities (including Temple University Hospital, Jeanes Hospital, Temple University Hospital – Episcopal Campus; and Northeastern Ambulatory Care Center); Temple Transport Team; and Temple Physicians, Inc., a network of community-based physician practices. Affiliated with Temple University School of Medicine, Temple University Health System is a proud and responsible member of the North Philadelphia community and greater Philadelphia region.
