Parkwest Medical Center
Patients that would definitely recommend
9% higher than the national average
Parkwest Medical Center is a medical facility located in Knoxville, TN. This hospital has been recognized for Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™.
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
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Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Defibrillator Procedures
In Hospital
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Valve Surgery
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™
2022
Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Pulmonary Embolism
Mortality In-Hospital
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Respiratory Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Sepsis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pancreatitis
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Mortality Based Ratings
Cranial Neurosurgery
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Stroke
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Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Outpatient Rotator Cuff Repair
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
In Hospital
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Peripheral Vascular Bypass
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Parkwest Medical Center
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Doug Mar 24 2024
Review for Dr. Vaughan
Having waited four long months for my appointment with Dr. Boruff, I am extremely sorry to report that he was a horrible disappointment, shaming and blaming me for my primary medical issue (diabetes), which he claims on his physician profile is one of his primary clinical interests. I have no idea...
Mar 23 2024
Review for Dr. Boruff
I have been a patient of Dr. Meriwether for 3 years. He tried several medications that didn’t work before we both agreed on a cardiac ablation. Very concerned, compassionate, and caring. There has never been a rush during my appointments. Has an excellent beside manor, which is a must for someone...
Kimberly Barnes Mar 23 2024
Review for Dr. Meriwether
Dr Yau is very professional and courteous. He explains everything in detail in simple terms and prescribes the best care possible. I would highly recommend him and the practice to anyone.
Jefferson Hamilton Mar 23 2024
Review for Dr. Yau
Location
Parkwest Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Parkwest Medical Center located?
Parkwest Medical Center is located at 9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37923. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Parkwest Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Parkwest Medical Center has been awarded with Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is Parkwest Medical Center highly rated with patients?
68% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Parkwest Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Parkwest Medical Center?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Parkwest Medical Center profile..
How does Parkwest Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
Dr. Vaughan is super nice and has a ton of knowledge and experience. If you are having any orthopedic issues, I cannot recommend him highly enough.