Press Release
Somerset, KY — November 17, 2025 -- Southern Kentucky Vascular proudly announces it has achieved accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for its vascular surgery and interventional procedures.
Accreditation is a process through which healthcare organizations demonstrate compliance with national standards. Accreditation by ACHC reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care.
ACHC is a nonprofit organization that has stood as a symbol of quality and excellence since 1986. ACHC is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has CMS deeming authority for Home Health, Hospice and DMEPOS. ACHC also has deeming authority for Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centers as well as Clinical Laboratory.
“Earning this accreditation means a lot to our entire team,” said Dr. Don W. Brown, Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon at Southern Kentucky Vascular. “It recognizes the care, precision, and integrity that go into every procedure we perform. Our patients trust us with their health, and this milestone reflects our ongoing promise to deliver the best vascular care possible, right here in our community.”
Southern Kentucky Vascular serves patients throughout southern Kentucky with a full range of diagnostic and interventional services for peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, aneurysms, dialysis access, and other vascular conditions. Led by Dr. Don W. Brown and Dr. David Collins, the team combines cutting-edge technology with a personalized approach to deliver minimally invasive treatments that restore circulation and improve quality of life.
About ACHC
The Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is a nonprofit organization that has stood as a symbol of quality and excellence since 1986. ACHC is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has CMS deeming authority for Home Health, Hospice, and DMEPOS, as well as for Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, and Clinical Laboratories.
About Southern Kentucky Vascular
Southern Kentucky Vascular is dedicated to providing advanced vascular care to patients across South Central Kentucky. Led by Dr. Don W. Brown, the practice specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disease, offering minimally invasive procedures alongside comprehensive patient education and support.
Please visit southernkentuckyvascular.com or contact or call (606) 534-4100.