Inova Heart and Vascular Institute (IHVI) is a nationally recognized leader in providing the latest cardiovascular care innovations, with excellent patient outcomes. We consistently rank among the country's best hospitals and care providers for excellence, innovation, quality, and safety.
Best Regional Hospital and High Performer for Cardiovascular Services, U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News and World Report named Inova Fairfax Hospital the #1 regional hospital in the Washington, DC Metro Area and #3 in Virginia for 2020-21 and high-performing in:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Heart Failure
- Transaortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Five Stars, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
All five of Inova Health System's hospitals have been rated with 5 out of 5 stars in the most recent Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Five-Star Quality Rating System report. Inova is the only health system in the country comprised of more than three hospitals where all are 5-star rated.
100% ‘A’ Ratings for Patient Safety, Leapfrog
Inova earns consistent Leapfrog A ratings for patient safety across all five hospitals.
Top Hospital, Leapfrog and Fortune/IBM Watson Health
Our flagship campus at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is named a Top Hospital by both Leapfrog and named to the Fortune/IBM Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals.
Accredited and Gold Seal of Approval®, Joint Commission
All five Inova hospitals are fully accredited for meeting the highest standards for healthcare performance, quality, and safety. Inova Heart and Vascular Institute also holds the Gold Seal of Approval® Certified for Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD).
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History Makers
Inova is often the first to introduce new treatments and therapies, paving the way for cardiovascular care in our region and nation. [Bulleted list of firsts for Inova – to be updated with input from the clinical team.
Specialized Care
Inova offers patients access to the most innovative treatments and technologies to cover all cardiovascular care dimensions.