Patient Safety Awareness Week
At Bend Surgery Center, patient safety is not just a priority—it is the foundation of our mission and daily operations. As we observe Patient Safety Awareness Week from March 9–15, 2025, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to delivering the highest standards of care in a secure and compassionate environment.
Fostering a Culture of Safety
Our dedication to safety begins with cultivating a culture where every team member feels empowered to voice concerns and contribute to safety initiatives. Regular staff surveys allow us to assess and refine our safety protocols, ensuring continuous improvement and vigilance in our practices.
Collaborative Safety Meetings
Open communication is vital to maintaining a safe environment. We hold regular meetings with our staff and physicians to discuss safety within the center, share insights, and develop strategies to uphold and enhance our care standards.
External Evaluation and Accreditation
To ensure our policies and procedures meet the highest benchmarks, we engage with third-party organizations like The Joint Commission for comprehensive reviews. Recently, we were honored to receive The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval®, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to providing safe and high-quality patient care.
Recognition for Workplace Safety
Our commitment to safety extends beyond patient care to include our dedicated staff. We recently graduated from Oregon OSHA's Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP), underscoring our efforts to enhance employee safety and, by extension, patient safety.
Comprehensive Patient Rights
We believe that informed patients are safer patients. Our Notice of Patient Rights and Privacy Practices ensures that patients receive care in a safe setting, provided by trained, professional healthcare workers adhering to state, local, and federal safety regulations.
Continuous Improvement
Our state-of-the-art facility, quality physicians, and advanced surgical treatments have earned Bend Surgery Center a 99% patient satisfaction rate. We are committed to maintaining and surpassing this standard through relentless dedication to safety and quality.
During this Patient Safety Awareness Week, and every week, we celebrate our dedicated team for their relentless pursuit of excellence in patient safety. Together, we create a safer healthcare environment for all.