Bend Surgery Center Awarded Joint Commission Accreditation

Bend Surgery Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and high-quality patient care.

Bend Surgery Center has been accredited by The Joint Commission since 1998 and remains the only surgery center in Central Oregon to hold this prestigious accreditation.

The center underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with Ambulatory Care standards across multiple areas. The Joint Commission’s standards are developed in consultation with healthcare experts, providers, measurement experts, and patients. These standards are informed by scientific literature and expert consensus to help healthcare organizations measure, assess, and improve performance. The surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews.

“As a healthcare accreditor, The Joint Commission works with healthcare organizations across care settings to inspire safer and higher quality of care that is more equitable and compassionate,” said Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer at The Joint Commission. “Through collaborating on innovative solutions and evidence-based resources and tools, The Joint Commission helps drive improvement while maintaining accountability through our leading survey methods and standards. We commend Bend Surgery Center for its commitment to advancing safety, quality, equity, and compassion for all patients.”

For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website.