44 The Queens Courier • DECEMBER 18, 2014 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com Jamaica Hospital Earns Recognition As Only Queens Hospital On Top Performers List December 16, 2014 (Jamaica, NY)-Jamaica Hospital Medical Center has been rated as one of New York City’s top performing hospitals by The Joint Commission-which is the nation’s oldest and leading authority in patient care standards. The hospital has also been recognized to be the only hospital in Queens to appear on the list of Top Performers on Key Quality Measures program. Jamaica Hospital earned recognition for its quality of care in treating patients with heart attacks, pneumonia, surgical care and heart failure. According to The Joint Commission each of the top performers must, 1) achieve cumulative performance of 95 percent or above across all reported accountability measures; 2) achieve performance of 95 percent or above on each and every reported accountability measure where there are at least 30 denominator cases; and 3) have at least one core measure set that has a composite rate of 95 percent or above, and(within that measure set) all applicable individual accountability measures have a performance rate of 95 percent or above. The designation is an honor for staff and physicians who worked tirelessly to achieve this goal. “We are committed in following the best and most recognized standard of care,” said Dr. Romuald Slota, director of Jamaica Hospital’s Clinical Resource Management. Dr. Slota continued, “We follow each patient to make sure that they receive the best care from the time they are admitted to the time they are released.” Jamaica Hospital has also implemented several community and support programs, such as the Transitional Care Unit to bridge the continuity in care beyond a patient’s release. “Maintaining excellent patient relationships has always been a priority for this facility,” and “We want the community to know that we will continue to work hard and make strides in providing the best quality of care,” said Dr. Slota. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center serves a population greater than 1.2 million in Queens and eastern Brooklyn. This 424-bed medical center is an accredited community teaching hospital with a large network of community-based ambulatory care centers. JHMC offers an array of acute inpatient, rehabilitation and mental health services, and is one of the busiest Level 1 trauma centers in New York City. The hospital provides general medical, pediatric, and dental services, in addition to home health services. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center’s mission is to serve patients and the community in a way that is second to none. For additional information, please contact Public Affairs at 718-206-6020. FROM TODAY’S Contemporary Designs to Yesterday’s Classics • Monday through Friday 10-6 • Saturday 10-4 • Sunday by Appointment • Evening Appointments Available Visit us on the web at: www.kwnykitchens.com Walk-ins are always welcomed. 0% FINANCING AVAILABLE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL WE WILL BEAT ANY COMPETITIVE PRICE QUOTE* ON KITCHENS AND BATHS *Must present competitive valid quote. FINANCING AVAILABLE ASK FOR COMPLETE DETAILS 207 Hempstead Tpke., West Hempstead • 516-493-9008/09 90-18 Liberty Ave., Ozone Park • 718-843-3500/2125
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