The hospital’s Welsh Heart Center earned a national 3-star designation, reflecting consistent excellence in cardiac surgery outcomes and patient care
VERO BEACH, FLA. – July 21, 2025 – Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital’s Welsh Heart Center has earned a 3-star designation, the highest possible, for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), one of the most respected organizations in cardiac surgery quality assessment.
“We are proud to receive the highest rating possible from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, which speaks to the exceptional care our patients receive and the dedication of our cardiac surgery team,” says James Wudel, MD, cardiac surgeon and Director of the Welsh Heart Center at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. “This designation reflects our commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.”…