The University of Toledo
07/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/16/2026 01:05
UTMC Earns National Recognition for Stroke, Heart Failure Care
UTMC Earns National Recognition for Stroke, Heart Failure Care
The University of Toledo Medical Center has again been recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke - helping save lives, support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions. For 2026, UTMC earned two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines quality achievement awards: Heart Failure Gold Plus and Stroke Gold Plus.
The Heart Failure Gold Plus award included the Target: Heart Failure Optimal and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll recognitions. UTMC's Stroke Gold Plus award included the Target: Stroke Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll recognitions. Heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 4 causes of death in the United States, respectively, according to the American Heart Association's 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report.
By earning the Get With The Guidelines awards, UTMC has demonstrated its commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care designed to improve patient outcomes, support recovery and help patients live healthier lives.
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