Midland Memorial Hospital announced Friday that it has been awarded a prestigious Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of B, reflecting the institution’s commitment to patient safety and high-quality healthcare.
The Leapfrog Group, a national organization dedicated to healthcare transparency and safety, recently released its biannual Hospital Safety Grade report, assigning grades to hospitals across the country based on their performance in preventing medical errors, injuries, accidents, infections, and other harms to patients.
Midland Memorial Hospital’s attainment of a Leapfrog Score of B is a testament to its ongoing efforts to prioritize patient safety and deliver exceptional healthcare services. This achievement is particularly noteworthy in the context of the rigorous standards set by Leapfrog, which assess hospitals on a comprehensive range of safety measures, a news release said.
The Leapfrog Grade B signifies that Midland Memorial Hospital has demonstrated a strong commitment to providing safe, effective, and patient-centered care. It reflects the hospital’s dedication to implementing best practices in infection prevention, medication safety, and overall healthcare quality.
“We are thrilled to receive a Leapfrog Score of B, as it reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire healthcare team,” Steve Bowerman, president and chief executive officer at Midland Health, said in the release. “The work isn’t done, we are proud of this achievement but will continue the ongoing commitment to prioritize patient safety and deliver high-quality healthcare services to our community.”
Midland Memorial Hospital remains focused on continuous improvement and looks forward to building upon this accomplishment to further enhance patient safety and quality of care.
To view the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, visit hospitalsafetygrade.org.
