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Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery

Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery is a medical facility located in Nashville, TN. This hospital has been recognized for Patient Safety Excellence Award™ and America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™.

85%

Patient Experience Rating

13% higher than the national average

Awards

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Hospital Quality Awards

Patient Safety Excellence Award™

Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

Specialty Clinical Quality Awards

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™ (2022)

Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgeries and spinal fusion procedures

Safety Ratings

How well a hospital safeguards patients from potential complications

No events relating to foreign objects left in body during a surgery or procedure

2 ratings were better than expected

9 ratings were as expected

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Hospital Quality

Clinical Ratings

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Complication Based Ratings

Procedure/ConditionIn Hospital

Outpatient Total Hip Replacement

In Hospital

As Expected

Outpatient Total Knee Replacement

In Hospital

As Expected

Complication Based Ratings

Procedure/ConditionIn Hospital

Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)

In Hospital

Worse than Expected

Complication Based Ratings

Procedure/ConditionIn Hospital

Spinal Fusion

In Hospital

Better than Expected

Specialty Excellence Awards

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™

2022

Data Source

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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83%

Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

8% higher than the national average

85%

Would definitely recommend

13% higher than the national average

Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery

National Average

Communication with doctors

Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%84%82%

Communication with nurses

Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%83%81%

Responsiveness of hospital staff

Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

100%50%0%80%71%

Communication about medicines

Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients

100%50%0%76%64%

Discharge Information

Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home

100%50%0%89%87%

Care Transition

Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital

100%50%0%63%54%

Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery

National Average

Quietness

Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

100%50%0%81%67%

Cleanliness

Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

100%50%0%72%76%

Providers

Provider Reviews

Six years ago I saw Dr. Langan for a meniscus repair. Since then, I’vehad a left hip replacement and am scheduled to have a right hip replacement this summer. He is kind, caring and very knowledgeable. He assesses the situation and gives his recommendations without any pressure. I trust him...

Judy Apr 17 2024

Review for Dr. Langan

Dr Karpos is so kind and caring! He is smart, knows what he’s doing and takes time to explain things. I really am impressed with him!

Carol D. Apr 16 2024

Review for Dr. Karpos

Dr Cage has been a loved provider for my parents for years. We trust his knowledge and medical decisions for care. Dad passed in 2011, mother is still under his care. Kind, compassionate, medical professional, who cares for his patients well being….he is friendly, often joking and “ cutting up”...

Yvonne G. Apr 13 2024

Review for Dr. Cage

I can not say enough good things about this man. Every time I see him for a checkup i gain more respect for him. He always listens and always tries to help. I trust this man with my life. There is not many like him. Thank you doc for all you and your staff have done and continue to do for me and...

Brandon Apr 13 2024

Review for Dr. Aaronson

Check in and wait time was very short. My problem was evaluated with x ray and physical exam. Treatment plan discussed and implemented. I can’t say enough about how pleased I am always with my care by Dr Langan!

Apr 12 2024

Review for Dr. Langan

Location

Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery

2011 Murphy Ave, Nashville TN 37203

CallDirections

(615) 341-7500

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery located?

Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery is located at 2011 Murphy Ave, Nashville, TN 37203. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Has Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery won any recent awards from Healthgrades?

Yes, Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery has been awarded with Patient Safety Excellence Award™ and America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™ in the past two years.

Is Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery highly rated with patients?

83% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.

Does Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery score well in safety ratings?

Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 11 hospital services. View more details here.

How do I get in at Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery?

Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery profile..

How does Saint Thomas Hospital for Specialty Surgery rank in terms of safety and outcomes?

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Contact Us

2011 Murphy Ave

Nashville, TN 37203

Directions

(615) 341-7500