Temple University Hospital has been ranked again as one of the nation's top hospitals for respiratory disorders by U.S. News & World Report in its 2008 "America's Best Hospitals" guide.

 

Temple University Hospital -- home to the acclaimed Temple Lung Center -- was selected from among 170 medical centers across the country that were
evaluated in a range of healthcare specialties.

"Temple Lung Center's mission is to provide excellent and innovative care for patients with the most challenging forms of pulmonary disease using cutting-edge clinical care and research. The new rankings from U.S. News and World Report say we're achieving that goal," said Gerard J. Criner, MD, Professor and Director of Pulmonology and Critical Care Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine and Temple University Hospital.

 

"This is a tremendous honor for Temple University Hospital and Temple Lung Center," said Robert E. Pezzoli, Interim CEO for Temple University Hospital. "It highlights the commitment to excellence in patient care that sets Temple apart from other institutions in the tri-state area."

 

The Temple Lung Center uses a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to treat all forms of respiratory disorders -- from mild to the most severe forms of breathing conditions. Temple is noted for its specialized
programs for advanced COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, respiratory failure and lung transplantation.

The Center is nationally renowned for its superior clinical outcomes, especially in the specialized areas of mechanical ventilation, pulmonary fibrosis, COPD
and respiratory failure.

Temple Lung Center is also one of the top lung transplant centers in the United States.