Khon Kaen, Thailand – The Queen Sirikit Heart Center of the Northeast recently hosted a survey team from the Healthcare Accreditation Institute (Public Organization) as part of its ongoing commitment to advanced quality improvement. The visit, which took place on September 16, 2025, aimed to monitor and evaluate the center’s progress in achieving advanced healthcare accreditation (Advanced HA).

Associate Professor Pattarapong Makarawate, MD, MSc, FHRS, Director of the Queen Sirikit Heart Center, along with the executive team, welcomed Dr. Kittinan Anarghmanee and Pharmacist Paramin Veeranantawat, the surveyors from the Healthcare Accreditation Institute.

The Advanced HA certification signifies a higher level of quality process recognition beyond standard HA accreditation. Healthcare facilities that meet the Advanced HA criteria demonstrate continuous quality development, effective integration of quality systems into organizational management, and innovation to achieve medical excellence.

During the visit, the Queen Sirikit Heart Center presented its advancements based on recommendations from previous surveys. This included significant improvements in key standards related to patient safety and operational performance.

The survey team conducted on-site inspections of various departments, including the Outpatient Department (OPD), Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), Operating Rooms (OR), and the Clinical Pathology Department. They also received presentations on development progress and recommendations from different units. This comprehensive evaluation marks a crucial step for the Queen Sirikit Heart Center in its journey towards sustainable hospital quality and patient safety enhancement.