USA Health became one of nine healthcare systems to win the 2024 Human Experience (HX) Achievement Award for SSER® Reduction, achieving a 73% reduction in its system-level serious safety event rate.
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The Comprehensive Stroke Center, to which the late Shelia Ross dedicated her energy, knowledge and passion, received a plaque recognizing her numerous contributions to raising awareness and improving stroke care.
Themed "Chaplaincy Beyond Religion," chaplains from Saad's Healthcare, Mobile Police Department, Singing River Hospital and USA Health enjoyed a day of rejuvenation.
“I chose to work in academic medicine so that I could stay up to date on the latest clinical guidelines and surgical techniques. I love working with my mentors as my colleagues. I also enjoy teaching medical students and residents about the field of OB-GYN,” said Hannah Alford, M.D.
“We have all the stakeholders present at the table. The next steps will include implementation of strategies, measuring outcomes, and evaluating effectiveness,” said Ashley Williams Hogue, M.D., a trauma surgeon at USA Health and director of the USA Health Center for Healthy Communities.
“Quite simply, I was asked many times to step into bigger roles, and I always said ‘yes.’ I love challenges, solving problems and collaborating with others to improve processes,” said Rick Metzger, Providence Hospital CEO.
“With the crisis that exists in rural healthcare, USA Health believes our mission extends to supporting the rural facilities and communities in our southwest Alabama region,” said Liz Kirby, MSHA, MBA.
Hundreds of guests gathered to hear the remarkable stories of USA Health care teams in action as they provided care for patients.
USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in providing high quality patient care and customer service.
USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.
You can enjoy special treats while also prioritizing your overall well-being.
USA Health employees are making an impact in the community. See photos and learn about some of their recent service projects.
Proceeds will benefit the March of Dimes, which helps to support and fund programs and equipment for premature newborns in the level III neonatal intensive care unit and small baby unit at Children’s & Women’s Hospital.
