Members of the Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care team come together to celebrate a remarkable milestone—1,000 successful cardiac surgeries performed in 2024.
(CAMDEN, NJ) Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care team members at Cooper University Hospital in Camden surpassed 1,000 cardiac surgeries in 2024, the highest number in South Jersey, and third highest health system in the state. This is a significant milestone and represents a tremendous amount of dedication, skill, and teamwork on the part of the entire Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care team, including surgeons, critical care intensivists, nurses, anesthesiologists, and support staff.
“This milestone is a testament to Cooper and Inspira’s commitment to providing high-quality cardiac care and improving the lives of our patients,” said Phillip A. Koren, MD, FACC, FSCAI, director of Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care and the Cooper Heart Institute.
Studies show that higher surgical volume is associated with better outcomes for patients undergoing complex procedures, including cardiac surgery. Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care’s team of experts have significant experience in various types of complex cases. In fact, Cooper is among U.S. News and World Report’s High Performing Hospitals for Heart Bypass Surgery, Heart Attacks, and Heart Failure. The range of cardiac surgical procedures provided include coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), minimally invasive aortic valve surgery, and minimally invasive mitral valve surgery.
Cardiac surgeons Dr. Michael Rosenbloom and Dr. Joseph Kuchler at the celebration for the cardiac milestone
“When it comes to complex procedures like cardiac surgery, experience matters. High-volume centers see a greater number of cases, which allows surgeons to refine their skills, develop best practices, and ultimately provide better care for their patients,” said Michael Rosenbloom, MD, FACS, FACC, head of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Cooper University Health Care and member of Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care. “Not only does this achievement signify the positive impact Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care has had on the lives of countless patients and their families, but each surgery also represents a unique story of hope and healing.”
About Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care
Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care brings together the leading cardiology practices and innovative health care systems of two large medical providers: Cooper University Health Care and Inspira Health. The combination of the two makes Cooper and Inspira Cardiac Care the largest cardiac program in South Jersey, providing patients in the region with access to more coordinated cardiac services across the continuum of care. To learn more, visit CooperandInspira.org.
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