The Joint Commission recognized Athens, Ga.-based St. Mary's Healthcare System's spine and total hip and knee replacement programs, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.
What you should know:
1. The Joint Commission awarded the health system three Gold Seal of Approval Certifications.
2. The certifications are valid for two years.
3. St. Mary's has earned all three certifications in the past, earning the knee replacement certification for the first time in 2008.