Wellington Regional Medical Center has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Total Hip & Knee Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
WRMC underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with Total Hip & Knee standards spanning several areas, including emergency management, environment of care, infection prevention and control, leadership, medication management, and rights and responsibilities of the individual.
The Joint Commission’s standards are developed in consultation with healthcare experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. They are informed by scientific literature and expert consensus to help healthcare organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews.
“As a healthcare accreditor, the Joint Commission works with healthcare organizations across care settings to inspire safer and higher quality of care that is more equitable and compassionate,” said Ken Grubbs, executive vice president of accreditation and certification operations and chief nursing officer at the Joint Commission. “Through collaborating on innovative solutions and evidence-based resources and tools, the Joint Commission helps drive improvement while maintaining accountability through our leading survey methods and standards. We commend Wellington Regional Medical Center for its commitment to advance safety, quality, equity and compassion for all patients.”
WRMC CEO Pam Tahan is proud to receive the Total Hip and Knee Replacement Accreditation.
“This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing the highest standard of care for our patients,” Tahan said. “At Wellington Regional Medical Center, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our orthopedic program, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible outcomes and experience. This accreditation reflects the dedication of our entire team to continually improving our services and achieving the best for our community.”
Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 235-bed acute care hospital. To learn more, visit www.wellingtonregional.com.
