| May 12, 2010 | For More Information Contact: Andy Van Pelt 503-479-6018 |
Rural Hospitals & Legislators Honored at Annual Rural Hospital Summit
The Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems (OAHHS), in collaboration with the Oregon Office of Rural Health and the Oregon Rural Healthcare Quality Network, honored several rural hospitals at this year's Rural Hospital Summit, "The Way Forward." The following recipients were selected by their peers for various accomplishments within their communities to improve overall health outcomes. The awards were presented by Andy Davidson, president and CEO of OAHHS. The awards presented included:
- Rural Hospital Quality Leader: This award was presented to Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center in Bandon, Oregon, for demonstrating outstanding performance in overall quality outcomes and patient safety culture.
- Outstanding Community Partner: This award was presented to Samaritan Lebanon Hospital in Lebanon, Oregon, for its outstanding commitment and leadership in the community to improve health outcomes
- Leader in Innovative Excellence: This honor was given to Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles, Oregon, for its innovative solutions to improve health access, cost containment and quality.
Additionally, Senator Ted Ferrioli of John Day was recognized as Oregon's Rural Health Champion for his continued work to advocate on behalf of Oregon’s 36 rural hospitals in the Oregon Legislature.
"This year's recipients show tremendous promise for the future of rural health care in our state," commented Linda Lang, director of rural health services for OAHHS. "In addition to the recipients, all the rural hospitals in our state that are working collaboratively to improve access and outcomes should be commended."
More information about all of the nominees for the Rural Hospital Summit Awards can be found online at: www.oahhs.org/nominees
About the OAHHS: Founded in 1934, the Oregon Association of Hospitals and Health Systems (OAHHS) is a statewide, nonprofit trade association that works closely with local and national government leaders, business and citizen coalitions, and other professional health care organizations to enhance and promote community health and to continue improving Oregon's innovative health care industry.
In addition to 58 acute care hospitals, OAHHS membership includes 10 health systems and related health plans, 16 affiliated allied organizations and 32 associate members representing health care consulting and other service companies.
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