Healthgrades recognized Newark, Del.-based Christiana Hospital as one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for spine, joint and general surgery, reports Delaware Business Now.
Three things to know:
1. The hospital's spine surgery program was recognized for the seventh consecutive year and its joint replacement program was honoured for the fifth year in a row.
2. Christiana Hospital, operated by Wilmington, Del.-based ChristianaCare, features a 30-bed unit for spine patients and provides care for cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine disorders.
3. Healthgrades uses Medicare and payer data nationwide hospital performance for common inpatient procedures and conditions every year.