Beaufort, S.C., October 8, 2025
News Summary
Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort, S.C. has received the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award, recognizing its excellence in heart and stroke care. The hospital is among only 158 nationwide to earn this prestigious accolade after demonstrating high performance in multiple clinical areas. The award reflects the hospital’s dedication to quality patient care and adherence to evidence-based protocols, enhancing recovery outcomes for patients with heart-related conditions.
Beaufort, S.C. – Beaufort Memorial Hospital Receives American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality Award for Heart and Stroke Care
Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort, S.C. has been awarded the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award. This recognition acknowledges the hospital’s high performance across three or more clinical areas within the Get With The Guidelines® program for heart and stroke care. Beaufort Memorial is among just 158 hospitals nationwide to meet the criteria for this prestigious award.
The Commitment to Quality award indicates a hospital’s comprehensive approach to improving quality in patient care. To qualify, hospitals must participate in three or more Get With The Guidelines programs. This involvement requires the utilization of real-time data, evidence-based protocols, and cross-disciplinary teamwork to enhance patient care.
In 2025, Beaufort Memorial achieved recognition in five clinical areas, showcasing the hospital’s commitment to exceptional standards in heart and stroke care. Russell Baxley, President and CEO of Beaufort Memorial, emphasized the hospital’s dedication to treating the whole patient and a continuous improvement in care quality.
Get With The Guidelines Program
Get With The Guidelines is an initiative by the American Heart Association aimed at ensuring that patients receive treatment based on the most recent research-based guidelines. Hospitals participating in this program benefit from tools, resources, and peer benchmarking that help enhance patient outcomes related to heart and stroke care.
Conditions Covered Under the Award
Conditions considered for the Get With The Guidelines awards include stroke, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and resuscitation. The awards range from Bronze to Gold Plus, which are based on how consistently care teams meet key measures. The Commitment to Quality award requires hospitals to achieve Silver awards or higher in at least three American Heart Association programs for 2025.
Significance of the Award
The American Heart Association reports that heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 5 causes of death in the U.S., respectively. Consistent adherence to treatment guidelines can lead to better patient recovery outcomes. Baxley expressed pride in the recognition for the hospital’s commitment to quality, patient-centered care, and strong departmental coordination reflected through these five awards.
Summary of Achievements
| Achievement Level | Clinical Areas Recognized | Award Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Commitment to Quality Award | Five Clinical Areas | Silver Awards or Higher in at least Three Programs (2025) |
Conclusion
The recognition received by Beaufort Memorial Hospital demonstrates its persistent commitment to improving patient care in heart and stroke treatment through established guidelines and collaboration among healthcare professionals. This award highlights the impact of quality care on recovery and outcomes for patients suffering from these conditions.
FAQs
What award did Beaufort Memorial Hospital receive from the American Heart Association?
Beaufort Memorial Hospital has been awarded the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award.
How many hospitals nationwide received the Commitment to Quality award?
Beaufort Memorial is among just 158 hospitals nationwide to meet the criteria for this prestigious award.
What conditions are considered for the Get With The Guidelines awards?
Conditions considered for the Get With The Guidelines awards include stroke, heart failure, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and resuscitation.
What is the significance of the Commitment to Quality award?
The Commitment to Quality award indicates a hospital’s comprehensive approach to improving quality and highlights their efforts to provide patient-centered care.
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