Bridgeport, Greenwich, Yale New Haven and Westerly hospitals recently earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns grades ranging from “A” to “F” to general hospitals nationwide, using evidence-based measures focused exclusively on preventable medical errors, injuries and infections.
“Earning top safety grades across our health system reflects a deep and sustained commitment to protecting our patients from harm,” said Christopher O’Connor, CEO, Yale New Haven Health. “Safety is not a program at our hospitals – it is a foundational value that guides everyday actions, from infection prevention and medication safety to consistently following stringent clinical protocols.”
These results are driven by strong infrastructure, disciplined use of best practices and constant attention to improvement. Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London earned a “B.”
“High reliability care depends on thousands of decisions made correctly every day,” said Deborah Rhodes, MD, senior vice president and chief quality officer, YNHHS. “Our teams have hardwired patient safety into daily practice, and these grades reflect their vigilance, teamwork and unwavering focus on quality.”
YNHHS continues to prioritize key patient safety initiatives, including falls prevention, reduction of hospital acquired infections (HAIs) and prevention of post-surgical complications.
“An ‘A’ grade is a strong sign that our hospitals are deeply committed to protecting patients from harm,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We commend the leadership, board, clinicians, staff and volunteers for the role each played in earning this distinction.”
