Mercer Times

Ten surgeons and four surgical programs at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell have received accreditation from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). This recognition highlights their adherence to high standards in patient care and safety across various specialties.

The physicians who achieved the SRC Surgeon of Excellence designation include Dr. Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles for colorectal and minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Anne Walker for minimally invasive and robotic surgery, along with Drs. Robert Berk, Jooyeun Chung, Donald DeBrakeleer, Joseph DellaCroce, Meghan Patel, Kira Przybylko, Audrey B. Tashjian, and Dr. Joyce Varughese for their respective fields.

Capital Health Medical Center's programs that received the SRC’s Center of Excellence accreditation cover Colorectal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Robotic Surgery.

Dr. Joshua Eisenberg, chief physician executive of Capital Health, stated: “Being accredited by the SRC means that our qualifying surgeons, programs, and centers meet national and international standards for surgical excellence.” He emphasized the years spent building quality programs to provide advanced expertise.

SRC accreditation involves a thorough assessment process to ensure compliance with its standards. These include surgical volumes, equipment adequacy, clinical pathways, operating procedures standardization, patient education focus, and continuous quality evaluation. Inspectors also educate staff on best practices to enhance care services.

Gary M. Pratt, CEO of SRC commented: “We’re proud to recognize Capital Health for its commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients.” He noted that these accreditations indicate that the facility is among the best in these specialties.

Established in 2003 as a nonprofit organization focused on patient safety and surgical care refinement globally, SRC accredits hospitals and health professionals meeting proven standards worldwide.