SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. – UofL Health – South Hospital has been designated a DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence, affirming the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based orthopedic care. South Hospital is the first facility within UofL Health to earn this prestigious designation.
This prestigious recognition is earned by achieving advanced certification in at least three DNV orthopedic programs. South Hospital earned distinction in Foot & Ankle Surgery, Hip & Knee Replacement and Shoulder Surgery. The Center of Excellence designation confirms that patients in the Bullitt County community, and beyond, have access to exceptional orthopedic care, backed by the expertise and academic resources of UofL Health.
“The DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence designation is a tremendous honor and a reflection of our team’s dedication to clinical excellence and patient safety,” said Dorie Shelburne, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Nursing Officer of South Hospital. “This recognition means that advanced, academic-level orthopedic care is available close to home to patients in the Bullitt County and South Jefferson County area. Our patients can feel confident knowing they’re receiving the highest level of orthopedic care right here in their own community.”
The DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence designation is based on rigorous standards and requires advanced certification in a minimum of three specialty programs. DNV’s orthopedic certification requirements are informed by the latest evidence-based guidelines and recommendations from organizations such as the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the ERAS® Society, the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the CMS Conditions of Participation for Hospitals.
“Achieving this designation demonstrates a deep commitment to excellence,” said Kelly Proctor, President of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. “It shows that UofL Health – South Hospital is performing at the highest level and providing orthopedic care that patients can trust.”
The Orthopedic Center of Excellence designation underscores South Hospital and its continued investment in expanding access to advanced specialty care across the region—helping patients heal, move and live better, without leaving their community because closer is best.
