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  • April 29, 2019                                                                                

 TGMC and CIS Announce Continued Partnership  

HOUMA, LA – To continue offering the most advanced cardiac care to our community, Terrebonne General Medical Center (TGMC) and Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) have renewed their agreement to jointly manage the cardiac service line at TGMC.

TGMC and CIS have been long-standing partners for more than 35 years, providing the most innovative cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment to patients in the Bayou Region and beyond. By offering the highest-quality cardiology techniques available, the program has been internationally-recognized and accredited for its advancements in cardiovascular care. TGMC and CIS have pioneered the most advanced techniques and technology to treat coronary and peripheral vascular disease, some of which are available only at TGMC in this region, including cardiac ablations to treat irregular heartbeat and a Hybrid Operating Room for non-surgical valve replacement and abdominal aortic aneurysm stenting. In addition, more than 40 groundbreaking cardiac research trials are available to qualifying patients of CIS, subsequently offering patients access to the latest devices and treatment options in the world.

TGMC and CIS’s commitment to high-quality patient care is also evident through the hospital’s designation as Accredited Chest Pain Center by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). TGMC was also named Top 10% in the Nation by CareChex for cardiology expertise and cardiac care in patient safety, an honor achieved through the team efforts by CIS and TGMC.

Moving forward, TGMC and CIS have plans to expand to meet the growing needs of our community by introducing a cardiac surgical suite to enhance the patient experience. This suite will include the most advanced medical imaging devices and the ability to perform minimally-invasive procedures in one location.

“TGMC has a reputation for providing world-class cardiovascular care in partnership with our dedicated CIS physicians and for our life-saving technology,” said Phyllis Peoples, president and CEO. “With the recommitment to our long standing relationship, our highly skilled physicians and staff will be able to continue providing patients the most advanced treatment options available and the highest quality technology.”

“We take pride that we have grown into one of the largest and most comprehensive cardiovascular programs anywhere in the world,” said David Konur, CEO at CIS. “Our success would not be possible without our physicians, our team members and our partners.”

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About Terrebonne General Medical Center
Terrebonne General Medical Center, an award winning and nationally recognized healthcare organization, has built a reputation based on quality and its initiatives to strengthen the health and wellness of the community. The medical center is a non-profit acute care facility whose mission is to provide exceptional healthcare with compassion. TGMC offers a complete range of services such as the Accredited Chest Pain Center which was recognized by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPS) and US News and World Report for its world-class cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, a comprehensive Women’s Health Center internationally recognized with top honors as a designated Baby Friendly USA™ hospital- the gold standard in maternity care, outpatient services, surgery center, emergency care services and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC which is nationally accredited with commendation for excellence in cancer care by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) – the gold standard for community-based cancer care.  Additionally, TGMC provides the Healthy Lifestyles Center, which offers the Community Sports Institute, Health and Sports Performance, Wellness for Life, Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation, Diabetes Management and Weight Management.   TGMC is also designated as a Level One Hospital WellSpot Louisiana facility, and received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Joint Commission.  Most recently TGMC has been chosen as a 2018 Women’s Choice Award recipient as an America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics and a  Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. For more information on TGMC’s services, please visit www.tgmc.com.

About Cardiovascular Institute of the South

Founded by Dr. Craig Walker in 1983, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is a world-leader in preventing, detecting and treating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease.  CIS offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program with expert physicians trained in many specialties, including internal medicine, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, lipid management, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, valve disease and interventional cardiovascular procedures.  CIS has earned international acclaim as a pioneer of research, development and education, as well as an innovator in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease.  With a dedicated team of more than 800 team members, CIS provides comprehensive cardiovascular care at 22 locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, seven of which offer telemedicine services.  CIS remains at the forefront of technology, providing the highest-quality, compassionate care.  This mission has guided the institute for more than 35 years of excellence.  For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.