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Carbondale Today
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SIH Memorial Hospital earns 14th award for heart attack care
Carbondale hospital recognized for excellence in treating cardiac patients
Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:52am
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SIH Memorial Hospital's expertise in cardiac care is reflected in its 14 consecutive years of national recognition for excellence in treating heart attack patients.Carbondale TodaySIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale has been awarded the American College of Cardiology's NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2025, marking the 14th time the hospital has received this prestigious honor for its exceptional care of heart attack patients.
Why it matters
This award recognizes SIH Memorial's commitment to providing the highest level of cardiac care to the Carbondale community. Earning the Platinum award 14 times demonstrates the hospital's consistent excellence in quickly diagnosing and treating heart attacks, which is critical for saving lives and minimizing long-term damage.
The details
The Platinum Performance Achievement Award is given to hospitals that have achieved a high standard of care for heart attack patients for at least two consecutive years. To earn this distinction, SIH Memorial had to meet or exceed specific performance metrics related to the timely assessment and treatment of heart attack patients.
- SIH Memorial Hospital has earned the Platinum award every year since 2012.
The players
SIH Memorial Hospital
A hospital located in Carbondale, Illinois that specializes in cardiac care and has been recognized 14 times for its excellence in treating heart attack patients.
The takeaway
SIH Memorial Hospital's consistent recognition for its exceptional cardiac care underscores the importance of having access to high-quality, specialized heart attack treatment in local communities. This award demonstrates the hospital's commitment to delivering life-saving care and protecting the health of Carbondale residents.
