McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center Achieves National Status as a Straight “A” for Patient Safety
Two consecutive “A” grades demonstrate McKenzie-Willamette’s dedication to quality
SPRINGFIELD, OR (May 14, 2026)—McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center (MWMC) was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the second consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates MWMC as a “Straight A” hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for Spring 2026 and have sustained that grade for the last five or more grading rounds.
The Leapfrog Group assigns grades to all general hospitals across the country using evidence-based measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them.
“Earning an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade for the second consecutive cycle reflects the dedication of every person on our team,” said Greg Brentano, Interim Chief Executive Officer of McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center. “This recognition belongs to our nurses, physicians, and support staff who show up every day committed to keeping our patients safe. It’s a standard we take seriously and will continue to work hard to uphold.”
“McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center deserves recognition for its unwavering focus on protecting patients and delivering safe care, earning an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade for two consecutive cycles,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “Sustaining this level of excellence over time shows a true, organization-wide commitment to making patient safety a top priority every single day.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program focused exclusively on preventable medical errors, injuries and infections that can lead to harm or even death. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.
To see McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center’s full grade details and to find essential patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Connect with The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, and stay updated through The Leapfrog Group newsletter.
