Garrett Regional Medical Center Honored as Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital for Sixth Consecutive Year
In a testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional healthcare, Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC) has once again been recognized as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. This prestigious acknowledgment marks the sixth consecutive year that GRMC has received this esteemed award, solidifying its status as a beacon of excellence in the healthcare landscape.
The Chartis Center for Rural Health’s annual Top 100 award program distinguishes outstanding performance among rural hospitals across the nation, with selection criteria based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®. Amidst a backdrop of evolving challenges in rural healthcare, this recognition underscores GRMC’s steadfast dedication to delivering high-quality care to its community.
Out of the myriad of rural hospitals evaluated nationwide, GRMC stands out as one of only two hospitals in Maryland to clinch a spot on the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital list this year. Mark Boucot, President and CEO of GRMC and Potomac Valley Hospital, attributes this remarkable achievement to the relentless commitment and compassion exhibited by the hospital’s staff on a daily basis.
Boucot remarked, “Being nationally recognized for the sixth consecutive year as a Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital is quite a tremendous accomplishment for GRMC. This achievement would not be possible without our compassionate and caring staff. Each day, they make a commitment to provide our patients with exceptional care while treating them like family.”
Michael Topchik, National Leader at The Chartis Center for Rural Health, emphasized the significance of the Top 100 rural hospitals in driving innovation and inspiration in delivering quality care to vulnerable populations. He expressed delight in recognizing this year’s Top 100 honorees and highlighted the inclusion of over 40 first-time recipients, signaling a promising trend in elevating rural healthcare standards.
At the core of GRMC’s success lies its unwavering dedication to excellent patient outcomes. The hospital’s track record speaks volumes, with achievements such as seven consecutive years without inpatient catheter-associated urinary tract infections and one of the lowest case-mix adjusted readmission rates in the state. Additionally, GRMC garnered the highest ranked HCAHPS scores (patient satisfaction) for 2023 among Maryland hospitals, further validating its commitment to exceptional care delivery.
As a full member of the WVU Health System, GRMC continues to expand its range of specialty services to serve the diverse needs of its 46,000-strong service area spanning parts of eight counties across Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. From behavioral health to women’s healthcare services and beyond, GRMC remains steadfast in its mission to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to its community.
For more information on Garrett Regional Medical Center and its commitment to excellence in healthcare, visit www.wvumedicine.org/Garrett. With each accolade and recognition, GRMC reaffirms its position as a beacon of excellence and a pillar of healthcare innovation in the rural landscape.
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My name is Jay Ferguson, and I am a lifelong resident of the Deep Creek Lake area. I am also co-owner of the real estate side of Taylor Made. I have been in the real estate business for 21+ years now and I LOVE what I do! I have to say, my career really took off when I co-founded the real estate side of Taylor Made in 2014. Its been an amazing experience, building a real estate company from the ground up and achieving so much so quickly! In August 2016, we purchased Long & Foster Real Estate Deep Creek, where I had started my career in 2000. In 2018, we on-boarded virtually every agent from Coldwell Banker Deep Creek Realty as they closed up shop and the real estate family grew even more! We now have over 40 sales agents and have expanded to West Virginia and Pennsylvania, as well. Taylor Made is the #1 vacation rental company at Deep Creek with over 475 vacation rental homes, and over one hundred thousand yearly visitors. Its amazing what we have accomplished using the principles of honesty, teamwork and customer service!
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