Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center (SJRMC) has been recognized as a 2013 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in the United States.
SJRMC in Mishawaka and Plymouth were both recognized as part of The Joint Commission’s 2014 annual report “America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality and Safety,” for attaining and sustaining excellence in performance for heart attack, pneumonia and surgical care. SJRMC in Mishawaka was also recognized for its achievements with heart failure. The Top Performer program recognizes hospitals for improving performance with evidence-based interventions that increase the chances of healthy outcomes for patients with certain conditions.
“We strive to be the most trusted healthcare partner in our community,” said Al Gutierrez, SJRMC, president and CEO. “We will continue to set the standard for quality care, providing our community with access to leading healthcare and peace of mind. I thank our dedicated associates in Mishawaka and Plymouth for their devotion to quality and their commitment to our calling.”
To be a 2013 Top Performer, SJRMC had to meet three performance criteria based on accountability data shown to improve care. Nationwide, only 37 percent of hospitals received Top Performer recognition.
“Delivering the right treatment in the right way at the right time is a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare,” said Mark R. Chassin, president and CEO, The Joint Commission. “I commend the efforts of SJRMC for its excellent performance on the use of evidence-based interventions.”
About Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center (SJRMC) is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital healthcare system located in North Central Indiana, offering a full range of services. SJRMC includes: a 254-bed acute care hospital at our Mishawaka Campus; a 58-bed acute care hospital at our Plymouth Campus; a 40-bed Rehabilitation Institute; Outpatient services of the Elm Road Medical Campus; and the Saint Joseph Physician Network that includes 26 practices with more than 75 providers. All inpatient rooms at all SJRMC facilities are private.
A Catholic Ministry Organization of Trinity Health, SJRMC offers personalized, faith-based care paired with the latest in advanced medical technology and procedures. In 2012 and 2014 SJRMC was named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems and awarded Top 5 for Small Health Systems. In July 2012, for the second year running, SJRMC was named one of the “Most Wired” hospitals. For more information, please visit www.sjmed.com.
