Riverside Regional Medical Center (RRMC) has earned the prestigious Blue Distinction® Specialty Care designation for spine surgery, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with exceptional outcomes for patients across Hampton Roads.
The Blue Distinction® Specialty Care program is a national initiative that identifies health care facilities with demonstrated expertise in delivering specialty care. Hospitals receiving the designation must meet rigorous, evidence-based selection criteria, including lower complication and readmission rates, a history of surgical excellence, and a proven commitment to continuous quality improvement.
At Riverside, spinal surgery is performed exclusively by board-certified neurosurgeons who specialize in the surgical treatment of complex spine conditions. The team combines advanced surgical techniques with coordinated pre- and post-operative care to help patients regain mobility, reduce pain and return to their daily lives as safely and quickly as possible.
“This national recognition reflects the skill and dedication of our neurosurgical team and the high standards we maintain for spinal surgery,” said Dr. Michael Oshiki, President of Riverside Regional Medical Center. “When patients require spine surgery, they deserve a team with specialized expertise, proven outcomes and a deep commitment to safety and quality. This designation reinforces that Riverside is delivering that level of care right here in our community.”
For the neurosurgeons and clinical teams performing these procedures, the recognition represents the daily commitment behind the scenes.
“Our priority is to ensure every patient feels informed, supported and confident in their care,” said Dr. William McAllister, neurosurgeon at Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Newport News. “This designation affirms the consistent, patient-centered approach we take in spinal surgery and our commitment to delivering the highest standard of care to the communities we serve.”
The Blue Distinction designation helps patients make more informed decisions about where to receive care, offering confidence that they are choosing a hospital that consistently delivers high-quality surgical results.
This latest recognition adds to Riverside spine services’ growing list of national honors. Riverside Hampton Roads’ Neurosurgical & Spine Specialists has been named to the Top 100 Spine Surgery Program and two neurosurgeons named to the Best Spine Surgeons in the United States.
To learn more about spine surgery at Riverside, please visit riversideonline.com/spine.