ICAVL statistics as of July 10, 2007
- There are only 1280 accredited vascular labs in the US, Canada, & Puerto Rico.
- Only 3% of accredited vascular labs are accredited in all 5 areas of testing.
- Only 7% are accredited in intracranial testing.
Physician responses to Spencer Vascular achieving ICAVL accreditation
“This remarkable achievement is unsurprising in view of the devotion of
Spencer Vascular's staff to the basic principles espoused by Merrill
Spencer MD -- constant availability, diagnostic rigor, technical skill,
intellectual curiosity and an understanding that the patient's needs are
paramount.”
Kaj Johansen, MD
Vascular Surgeon
Radia, Inc.
“Hearty Congratulations! This is a tremendous achievement. Thanks,
again, for all the prompt evaluations that you and your team have
performed at all odd hours. Much appreciated. “
Sandeep Sachdeva, MD
Chief Stroke Adult Hospitalist
Swedish Medical Center
“On an every day basis we all value you and your team for what you do for
the patients and for us as well. From an
accreditation perspective it requires both great quality and
administration to get approved. Congratulations.
I always think of the Merrill Spencer in Spencer and appreciate your
keeping the quality in place. “
William Likosky, MD
Director of Stroke Program
Swedish Medical Center
“That is great news, and I feel confident speaking for the stroke team
in saying well-deserved, as we have always felt that Spencer provides
both superior quality, linked with terrific customer service. “
Tammy Cress
Stroke Program Manager
Swedish Medical Center
“The CV Research Team echoes Tammy’s praises! Our program
continues to benefit from Spencer’s top-quality images, attention to
detail, and willingness to participate in trials by going the extra mile
in so many ways! It’s a pleasure to work with all of you. Great
job! “
Jen Hudachek
Cardiovascular Research Project Coordinator
Swedish Medical Center
“Great Job! “
DW Newell
Medical Director
Neuroscience Institute
Swedish Medical Center
“Congratulations! “
Paul P. Huang, MD
Cardiologist
Swedish Heart and Vascular Center
“Congratulations, it’s well deserved. “
Amish J. Desai
Cardiologist
Swedish Heart and Vascular Center
