Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is proud to be the first hospital in Florida—and one of only 11 in the nation—to earn EGS verification from the American College of Surgeons (ACS). This prestigious achievement highlights our dedication to providing high-quality, standardized, and timely emergency surgical care, aligning with TGH's vision to be the safest and most innovative academic health system in America.
What Is Emergency Surgery?
Emergency General Surgery refers to emergent surgical procedures that cannot be delayed without risking a patient's health or life. These conditions often arise without warning and require immediate evaluation and treatment by skilled surgical teams.
At TGH, our emergency surgeons treat a wide range of critical conditions, including:
- Appendicitis
- Gallbladder infections or gallstones causing severe pain
- Bowel obstructions or intestinal blockages
- Perforated ulcers or intestines
- Severe abdominal infections
- Hernias with trapped intestines
- Soft Tissue Infections (known as Necrotizing Fasciitis)
- Injuries that affect internal organs and require surgery
Our team is available 24/7 to respond to these time-sensitive emergencies, ensuring patients receive the surgical care they need—right when they need it.
What Is the EGS Verification Program?
The ACS EGS Verification Program establishes national standards to ensure hospitals provide exceptional care for patients requiring emergency general surgery. Verification confirms that a hospital has the systems, infrastructure, expert teams, and outcomes to deliver comprehensive emergency surgical care that meets the highest standards of excellence.
For our patients, this verification means:
- Access to board-certified emergency general surgeons 24/7
- Standardized care pathways designed to reduce complications and enhance recovery
- A dedicated team focused on the highest levels of surgical quality and safety
Why It Matters to Florida
As Florida's first hospital to achieve EGS verification, TGH sets a new benchmark for emergency surgical care in the state. Our role as a leading academic health system enables us to serve as a model for excellence in clinical care, education, and research, fostering advancements that benefit communities across Florida.