|  Healthgrades, the nation’s most trusted, independent source of physician information and hospital quality ratings, recognized Saint Alphonsus Health System with multiple # 1 State rankings for Overall Cardiac Services, Cardiology Services, Cardiac Surgery, Coronary Interventional Procedures, Neurosciences, Neurosurgery, Treatment of Stroke and Gastro-Intestinal Services. Saint Alphonsus Medical Center – Ontario was recognized with multiple five-Star Ratings including recognition for infection prevention and management, and joint replacement.
Choosing a hospital can be a life or death decision. Healthgrades reporting found that patients treated at 5-star rated hospitals experience a 73% lower risk of mortality and a 63% lower risk of complications compared to 1-star rated hospitals.
"Achieving high quality is a continuous process and the focal point in the care we provide,” said Nancy Greer, RN, Chief Nursing Officer Saint Alphonsus Medical Center – Ontario. “We are all extremely proud of the contributions of all Saint Alphonsus – Ontario Medical Staff, nurses, clinicians, and associates in making these award designations possible.”
Andy Bentz, Community Hospital Board Chairman, stated, “I'm proud of Saint Alphonsus Medical Center – Ontario as it continues to make advancements and expect nothing but excellence from its staff. These achievements show your commitment to providing the highest of quality care.”
“Patients today have a wide array options when it comes to choosing a healthcare provider,” said Kerry Hicks, HealthGrades chief executive officer. “At HealthGrades, we are proud to have led the way in empowering patient choice based on objective clinical outcomes and access to actionable quality measures. We commend Saint Alphonsus Health System for its superior quality and support of consumerism and transparency.”
Healthgrades recognitions include:
- Five-Star Recipient for Joint Replacement for 5 Years in a Row (2009-2013)
- Five-Star Recipient for Total Knee Replacement for 5 Years in a Row (2009-2013)
- Five-Star Recipient for Total Hip Replacement for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013)
- Five-Star Recipient for Hip Fracture Treatment in 2013
- Five-Star Recipient for GI Procedures and Surgeries in 2013
- Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Sepsis for 6 Years in a Row (2008-2013)
- Five-Star Recipient for Gynecologic Surgery in 2012
- Ranked Among the Top 10 in OR for Joint Replacement for 5 Years in a Row (2009-2013)
- Ranked Among the Top 10 in OR for GI Services in 2013
- Ranked Among the Top 10 in OR for General Surgery in 2013
- Ranked Among the Top 5 in OR for Gynecologic Surgery in 2012
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