Silver City, NM – October 17, 2024 - Gila Regional Medical Center (GRMC) is proud to announce that it has been named the WINNER of the New Mexico Hospital Association (NMHA) Quest for Excellence 2024 Award for its exceptional work in sepsis care. GRMC was selected from 33 hospitals across the state for this prestigious honor, which recognizes excellence in quality improvement and patient care.
The NMHA Quest for Excellence Award is the highest recognition bestowed by the association's Quality Committee, alongside members and state hospital associations from across the country. This award highlights the significant impact of GRMC's Sepsis Initiative, which has improved sepsis outcomes and set a new standard for patient care.
"We are honored to receive this award, which is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and innovation of our Quality team," said Ramona Wilson, Director of Quality at Gila Regional Medical Center. "
Sepsis, a life-threatening response to infection, requires timely and precise treatment. GRMC's Sepsis Initiative has been instrumental in advancing protocols and care coordination, resulting in improved outcomes for patients at risk of this condition.
GRMC extends its gratitude to the NMHA for this honor and to the entire medical and administrative staff who played a role in this achievement.
