Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional’s Radiation Oncology department has announced its recent certification by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) as an APEx-accredited facility. This prestigious certification recognizes the department’s dedication to delivering safe, high-quality radiation oncology care.
The Accreditation Program for Excellence® (APEx) is a rigorous process designed to ensure that radiation oncology practices meet the highest standards for safety, efficiency, and quality of care. APEx certification validates the department’s commitment to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement. The journey toward pursuing APEx certification began months ago and serves as a testament to the department’s exceptional care ultimately resulting in this national recognition.
“We are incredibly proud of our team for the hard work and dedication that led to this certification,” said Christine Winn, PhD, FACHE, Senior Vice President and Chief Regional Officer, “This milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to providing our patients with the best possible care.”
Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional’s Radiation Oncology department remains steadfast in its mission to deliver cutting-edge treatments in a safe, compassionate environment. Achieving APEx accreditation underscores its role as a leader in radiation oncology care.
For more information about the services provided by Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional’s Radiation Oncology department, visit CooperHealthCape.org
About APEx Accreditation
The APEx (Accreditation Program for Excellence®) designation is reserved for facilities that demonstrate excellence in delivering high-quality radiation therapy. It serves as an acknowledgment of the department’s dedication to continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards in cancer treatment.
About Cooper University Health Care Cooper University Health Care, with its MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper and affiliation with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, is a leading academic health system. Cooper has more than
11,000 team members, including nearly 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed physicians, and more than 550 advanced practice providers.
Cooper University Hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.
Cooper has revenues of more than $2 billion and, along with its new upgraded “A” rating from S&P, recently received an A+ credit rating from Fitch Ratings. Cooper University Hospital is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. More than two million patients are served annually at Cooper’s 663-bed flagship hospital in Camden and the 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House.
Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, several urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore. Cooper has been named as one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes for four consecutive years.
The Cooper Health Sciences campus in Camden, New Jersey, is home to Cooper University Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper, and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.
