The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) has received the prestigious 2025 Platinum Performance Achievement Award from the American College of Cardiology (ACC)”s Chest Pain – MI Registry for its exceptional cardiac care.
This is the institution’Ss third consecutive win and second Platinum Award, the highest recognition in the ACC”s performance achievement program. The Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes medical centers that consistently provide evidencebased, guidelinedirected treatment to heart attack (myocardial infarction) patients. Recipient institutions must adhere to stringent performance standards and participate in continuous quality enhancement, including monitoring clinical outcomes, implementing leading practices, and improving results for highrisk cardiac patients.
‘This repeated global acknowledgement demonstrates our dedication to providing lifesaving cardiac treatment based on evidence and compassion,’ commented Dr Farhat Abbas, CEO of AKUH Health System, Pakistan. He said that it validates the team’s commitment to clinical excellence and patient wellbeing. The hospital remains focused on advancements and improving patient outcomes.
AKUH”s adherence to international best practices leads to improved survival rates and longterm outcomes for heart patients in Pakistan. This consistent recognition highlights the hospital”s leading position in cardiovascular treatment in the region.
‘This honor strengthens our mission to enhance benchmarks, adopt innovation, and deliver superior results for our cardiac patients,’ stated Dr. Javed Majid Tai, Director of AKUH”s Cath Lab. AKUH maintains its commitment to clinical excellence, advancements, and continuous improvement in cardiovascular care in Pakistan.