Piedmont Athens Regional has received reaccreditation in Orthotics and Prosthetics as a post-mastectomy product provider from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc., (ABC) an independent, nonprofit organization which has been providing facility accreditation since 1948.

ABC’s evaluation of Piedmont Athens Regional includes a thorough review of the physical facility and quality of patient care. ABC interviews both staff and patients and conducts a review of organizational documents, including records of patient care.

"Receiving Accreditation is a significant achievement, one that recognizes outstanding performance by Piedmont Athens Regional Beautiful You Boutique" says Catherine A. Carter, Executive Director of ABC. "The facility owners should be commended for their commitment to providing quality care to the people in the community."

Founded in 1948, ABC is dedicated to improving the quality of the nation’s orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic care through accreditation and certification. ABC encourages facilities to meet or exceed quality standards through accreditation and the teaching of quality improvement concepts.