St. Joseph's Earns International Stroke Certification

RIVERVIEW, FL — St. Joseph's Hospital-South in Riverview has received an international accreditation for its stroke treatments, a news release said.

The Primary Stroke Certification from DNV GL Healthcare earned by the hospital signifies clinical excellence through diagnosis, stabilization and treatment by St. Joseph's stroke team.

In 2019, BayCare, St. Joseph’s Hospital-South’s parent, began the 18-month process of having all 12 of its stroke centers certified by DNV GL Healthcare, an international accrediting body.

Prior to receiving the certification, St. Joseph’s Hospital-South underwent a rigorous review process. A team of DNV GL surveyors observed practices, interviewed teams and reviewed documentation.

“This credential is a distinguished gauge of the high-quality stroke treatment given at our hospital,”Philip Minden, president of St. Joseph’s Hospital-South, said. “The qualifications for this certification are very demanding. I am proud of the team’s accomplishment and grateful that BayCare provides the resources for our stroke center to attain this distinction."