St. Joseph's Hospital Recognized For Patient Protection

BLOOMINGDALE — RIVERVIEW, FL — St. Joseph's Hospital — South has been recognized for its achievements in protecting patients from harm and providing safe health care by a national organization

The hospital was given an "A" in the fall 2020 by Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for its achievements. The Safety Grade assigns an “A”, “B’, “C”, “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country, and is updated every six months. It is based on a hospital’s performance in preventing medical errors, injuries, accidents, infections and other harms to patients in their care, according to the hospital staff.

“This recognition from Leapfrog is an excellent barometer of our adherence and commitment to clinical excellence and safety,” Philip Minden, St. Joseph’s Hospital-South president, said. “Our medical staff and team members in every department at every level were important and key contributors in this achievement. We have successful protocols and procedures that are steadfastly carried out and that has been identified by Leapfrog with our ‘A’ grade.”

To see full grade details and access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit hospitalsafetygrade.org.