The City of San Antonio’s Metropolitan Health District, also known as Metro Health, has successfully been reaccredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). This marks the second time the department has met PHAB’s standards since its initial accreditation in 2019. The reaccreditation reflects Metro Health’s continued adherence to recognized public health practices.
It took Metro Health five years to demonstrate that it continues to meet the standards set by the national public health body. With this reaccreditation, the department will maintain its role in monitoring and responding to health trends and emergencies in San Antonio and Bexar County. Additional information is available on the City of San Antonio’s website.
City Manager Erik Walsh commented on Metro Health’s reaccreditation, highlighting the department’s adherence to national standards. “This reaccreditation demonstrates Metro Health's commitment to national standards and reinforces the City’s strong investment in advancing public health infrastructure,” Walsh said in an official announcement, noting the importance of community engagement in shaping health responses.
Metro Health emphasizes evidence-based practice, and the reaccreditation reflects the department’s ongoing efforts and dedication. “Through national reaccreditation, we reaffirm our commitment to assuring the conditions where all can be healthy, especially our most vulnerable populations,” Metro Health Director Dr. Claude A. Jacob stated in an official announcement. The department’s focus remains on improving public health performance through quality improvement, accountability, and data-driven decision-making. Additional information on Metro Health’s initiatives is available at SA.gov/health.
