Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana among nation’s best for vascular surgery

TARZANA (Nov. 6, 2024) -- Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center was named among the nation’s 50 Best Hospitals for vascular surgery, one of just three hospitals in California to make the list and the only one in the Greater Los Angeles Area. 

According to Becker’s Healthcare Review, these 50 hospitals were recognized by Healthgrades, a leading consumer online resource for health care, for delivering superior clinical outcomes in vascular surgery.  

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized for our superior clinical outcomes in vascular surgery,” said Marleen Hafer, RN, the hospital’s director of surgical services. “This award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.” 

The awards were based on Medicare data from 2021-23 for in-hospital complications for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid surgery and peripheral vascular bypass surgery. Patient outcomes data for 31 conditions or procedures were analyzed for hospitals nationwide. 

“Our inclusion in this esteemed list highlights the dedication, expertise, and collaborative efforts of our entire vascular surgery team,” Hafer said. “From our skilled surgeons and attentive nursing staff to our supportive administrative personnel, each member plays a vital role in achieving superior patient outcomes.” 

Healthgrades evaluated 16 specialties for its 2025 Specialty Excellence Awards. Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana earlier was among the organization’s 176 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery. 

The evaluation specifically examined three types of vascular procedures: 

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair: This procedure involves repairing a bulge or dilation in the lower part of the aorta, which, if left untreated, could lead to life-threatening ruptures. The data collected analyzed the rates of complications occurring during or after this surgical procedure. 

Carotid Surgery: This surgery aims to prevent strokes by removing plaque build-up from the carotid arteries. The analysis considered the incidence of in-hospital complications following this surgery, such as stroke, heart attack, or other adverse events. 

Peripheral Vascular Bypass Surgery: This procedure is conducted to circumvent blocked arteries in the peripheral regions (typically in the legs) to restore adequate blood flow. The data reviewed focused on complications that might arise during the hospital stay, including infection, graft failure, or other surgical complications.