Methodist Hospital Stone Oak in San Antonio is making headlines again, distinguishing itself by landing a spot in the top echelon of hospitals in the United States for patient safety. According to FOX San Antonio, the hospital ranks among the top 5% nationwide, a testament to its ongoing efforts to prioritize the wellbeing of its patients.
Healthgrades, an organization known for its comprehensive evaluation of hospital performance, conducted the study that spotlighted Methodist Stone Oak's achievements. The metrics are drawn from nearly 4,500 hospitals and review a variety of procedures and conditions using Medicare data. Notably, data from 16 states on bariatrics and appendectomy procedures is also included. In the wake of recognizing the hospital’s quality, Dr. Brad Bowman, Healthgrades' chief medical officer, reminded consumers in a statement provided to SA Health, "Consumers can feel confident knowing that hospitals that are recognized for their performance in Patient Safety provide high quality care and superior outcomes."
What sets Methodist Hospital Stone Oak apart are their multidisciplinary partnerships and initiatives. Daily cross-departmental discussions focus on promptly addressing any errors, infections, or complications. These collaborative efforts have yielded significant health improvements, with the hospital reporting an 80% drop in Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections and a 57% decrease in Central Line Blood Stream Infections since 2021.
A proud Dr. Judy Tan Shumway, Chief Medical Officer at the healthcare facility, declared, "We continually strive for a culture of excellence at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak and are excited to raise the bar of Patient Safety excellence across South Central Texas." This reflects an encompassing team effort, fortifying communications and protocols at every level - from the medical staff on the floors to the support personnel backing them up. According to SA Health's report, the hospital has also snagged prestigious accolades including the America's 250 Best Hospital Award and America’s 100 Best Hospitals for several specialized treatments, as reported by FOX San Antonio.
This level of recognition from Healthgrades backs Methodist Hospital Stone Oak's claims with solid evidence, acknowledging its consistently superior quality that ensures patient safety. The awards resonate especially well when considering these achievements have been sustained for two years in a row (2023-2024), a fact that Dr. Shumway is notably proud of according to an interview with FOX San Antonio. With their eyes set on continuous improvement, Methodist Hospital Stone Oak isn't just setting benchmarks locally in South Central Texas but is also carving a national reputation for excellence in the realm of patient safety.
