The Owen Sound hospital has received a distinction in its care of people experiencing a stroke.
Grey Bruce Health Services (GBHS) says in November, Accreditation Canada visited their Owen Sound site to assess the District Stoke Centre as part of an evaluation of the Southwestern Ontario Stroke Network.
It adds Stroke Distinction is an award of Accreditation Canada, which recognizes health organizations which demonstrate clinical excellence and outstanding commitment to leadership in stroke care.
The attending accreditors assessed the hospital based on standards in hyper acute, acute and inpatient rehabilitation, key quality indicators, protocols and education for people with lived experience of stoke and their families and caregivers.
The hospital scored perfect across all categories, receiving Stroke Distinction designation.
GBHS President and CEO Gary Sims says they are incredibly pleased with the outcome of the recent accreditation of the District Stroke Centre.
“Our program is committed to providing the highest quality of stroke care to our communities, and the results of this assessment provide that,” says Sims.
The accreditor also outlined the strengths of the program. These include a coordinated team, using patient-centred care and engagement, and comprehensive patient and family education.