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Franciscan Health Lafayette East has been recognized by Healthgrades for its clinical excellence in 2025. The hospital is ranked among the top 10% nationally for overall pulmonary services and critical care. Additionally, it holds the third position in Indiana for critical care.
The institution has received several honors from Healthgrades, including being a Five-Star Recipient for heart attack treatment over three consecutive years (2023-2025) and for heart failure treatment over two years (2024-2025).
Terry Wilson, President and CEO of Franciscan Health Western Indiana, expressed gratitude: "We are honored and humbled to be recognized by Healthgrades again this year." He credited the recognition to the dedication of their team who strive to provide optimal patient care.
These accolades underscore Franciscan Health Lafayette East's status as a leading hospital in specialty care nationwide. The recognitions are based on patient outcomes evaluated by Healthgrades' assessment of mortality and complication rates across various conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals.
Brad Bowman, MD, chief medical officer at Healthgrades, praised the hospital: "Healthgrades commends Franciscan Health Lafayette East for their clear commitment to delivering consistently superior patient outcomes."
Further details about Franciscan Health Lafayette East’s performance can be found on Healthgrades.com. This platform provides insights into how hospitals are rated and emphasizes the importance of hospital quality.
Franciscan Alliance began its healthcare ministry in Lafayette in 1875. It now stands as one of the largest Catholic health systems in the Midwest with numerous facilities and employees. Meanwhile, Healthgrades remains a prominent platform connecting patients with healthcare providers through transparent ratings.
