Temple University Hospital Inc

Transplant Program Temple University Hospital has a 40-year history of excellence in organ transplantation, having performed Philadelphia's first heart transplant in 1984. Today, we have transplant programs for lungs, livers, kidneys, and pancreases, and bone marrow with excellent results. Our transplant teams have pioneered methods to improve organ donor health and avoid post-transplant complications. Digestive Disease CenterOur Digestive Disease Center's large clinical practice and active research program enable us to apply the latest techniques to treat even the most challenging cases involving the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, gallbladder, colon, and liver. Our areas of specialization include colorectal surgery, esophageal disorders, bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, motility disorders, and therapeutic endoscopy. In addition, our thoracic surgeons are part of the Digestive Disease Center team, performing upper gastrointestinal surgeries, often robotically. These include surgeries for esophageal cancers, Barrett's esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux disease and achalasia.Neurosciences CenterThe Temple Neurosciences Center offers advanced care for conditions of the brain, spine, and nerves. Specialized neurological programs contained within our Center address medical conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuromuscular disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Our Center is home to the nationally respected Muscular Dystrophy Association/ALS Center of Hope and a stroke program that has been nationally recognized for its high success rate in treating complex stroke patients. The Center's strong basic science and clinical research program provides patients with options for complex neurological conditions that other hospitals may not offer. Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Temple's Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine team includes many of Southeast Pennsylvania's most respected surgeons and rehabilitation specialists. Our team provides advanced, personalized treatments for a wide range of injuries and conditions. This includes injuries of the foot and ankle, hand, knee, shoulder, elbow, and spine. Our orthopedic specialists also have special expertise in orthopedic trauma, joint replacement, sports medicine, and physical therapy. Our experts combine their experience and research with the latest technology and minimally invasive treatment techniques to help patients achieve a pain-free life.Notable Awards & DistinctionsOur commitment to health equity drives every aspect of our business model. It's one of the reasons TUH was named one of the most socially responsible hospitals in the nation by the Lown Institute, ranking in the top 2%, and earning 'A' grades for community benefit, inclusivity, clinical outcomes, patient safety, avoiding overuse, and cost efficiency. Temple University Hospital recently earned its 7th Safety Grade 'A' from Leapfrog, a national quality award for Stroke Care from the American Heart Association, and recognition by Healthgrades with the 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award, putting TUH in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety.