WVU Medicine Hospital Recognized by AHA For Virtual ICU Innovation
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
WVU Medicine Potomac Valley Hospital (PVH) in Keyser, West Virginia, has been awarded the 2026 Rural Hospital Excellence in Innovation Award for its groundbreaking work in virtual healthcare. The hospital's initiative to reopen its ICU as a virtual unit, in partnership with the West Virginia University Health System, has significantly improved patient care by enabling real-time monitoring and minimizing critical care transfers, particularly benefiting under- or uninsured patients. This innovative model not only enhances local healthcare delivery but also sets a benchmark for other rural hospitals to implement similar telehealth solutions, ultimately improving access and quality of care in underserved areas. The recognition from the American Hospital Association underscores the importance of innovation in addressing healthcare challenges in rural communities.
