Keck Hospital of USC
Patients that would definitely recommend
11% higher than the national average
Keck Hospital of USC is a medical facility located in Los Angeles, CA. This hospital has been recognized for Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™, and more.
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologyHospital Quality Awards
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Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
Specialty Clinical Quality Awards
![Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/86/15/63fc3f98485d8bbb8771883c691a/hg-cranial-neurosurgery-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery
![Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/9c/0c/faf351224ebab7bbd4bb252e42f1/hg-cardiac-surgery-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery
![Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/58/d3/7411fcbf424e984d049afd795c61/hg-coronary-intervention-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Valve Surgery
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Specialty Excellence Awards
![Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/9c/0c/faf351224ebab7bbd4bb252e42f1/hg-cardiac-surgery-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™
2022
![Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/58/d3/7411fcbf424e984d049afd795c61/hg-coronary-intervention-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™
2022
Mortality Based Ratings
Sepsis
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Gallbladder Removal Surgery
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Bowel Obstruction
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Pancreatitis
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Mortality Based Ratings
Cranial Neurosurgery
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Stroke
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Specialty Excellence Awards
![Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™](https://ucmscdn.healthgrades.com/86/15/63fc3f98485d8bbb8771883c691a/hg-cranial-neurosurgery-excellence-award-image-100px-custom.png)
Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™
2023
Complication Based Ratings
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
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Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Pneumonia
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Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
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Spinal Fusion
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
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Carotid Procedures
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Peripheral Vascular Bypass
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Keck Hospital of USC
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Nov 03 2023
Review for Dr. Clavijo
Azadeh provided a diagnosis that differed from my actual condition and disclosed it on a public platform without obtaining prior consent.
Nov 03 2023
Review for Azadeh Ghafari
A lesion was discovered on my kidney during a MRI for prostate cancer. I was referred to Dr. Aron since he had the skill and experience to remove the lesion and save the remaining kidney. His staff worked with my provider to schedule surgery considering my on going treatment for prostate cancer. The...
Robert Taylor Nov 03 2023
Review for Dr. Aron
My Robotic Radical Prostatectomy surgery was text book perfect . I was free of pain suppressors 3 days after the hospital release and 75 % continent after catheter removal
William Jahn Nov 02 2023
Review for Dr. Aron
From beginning to our current step, we are very thankful for Dr. Aron’s expertise and kind manner.
Nov 02 2023
Review for Dr. Aron
Location
Keck Hospital of USC
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Keck Hospital of USC located?
Keck Hospital of USC is located at 1500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Keck Hospital of USC won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Keck Hospital of USC has been awarded with Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™, Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™, and 1 more in the past two years.
Is Keck Hospital of USC highly rated with patients?
79% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Keck Hospital of USC score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Keck Hospital of USC?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Keck Hospital of USC profile..
How does Keck Hospital of USC rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
Dr. Clavijo has shown his dedication to providing patients with the best care. He spent hours navigating complex cardiac issues with precision and a life-saving outcome. He sets a standard for excellence in cardiovascular care.