Houston Methodist West Hospital Garners Top Spot in 2018 HCMS Physician Hospital Survey
Houston Methodist West Hospital ranked first in 28 categories in the 2018 Harris County Medical Society (HCMS) Physician Hospital Survey. The survey compiled responses from over 2,300 Harris County physicians to provide rankings for 24 Houston-area hospitals.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to participate in the survey as it serves as a tool for us to open dialogue, encourage feedback, communicate issues, celebrate successes and set goals for the upcoming year,” said Wayne M. Voss, chief executive officer of Houston Methodist West.
Houston Methodist West received the highest score in 28 out of 39 categories. Physicians rated hospitals across five areas: overall satisfaction, quality of medical care, hospital policies and administration, medical staff issues and electronic medical records. The results provide hospitals with data that can enhance patient care by spotlighting best practices and opportunities for improvement.
“One of the most important things you need to lead in health care is the willingness to listen to your physicians. It is our hope the results of the survey will encourage open dialogue to improve physician-hospital relationships which will ultimately improve patient care at Houston-area hospitals,” Dr. George Santos, former HCMS president said.
To see Houston Methodist West’s full survey results, visit www.hcms.org/Hospital_Survey.
About Houston Methodist West Hospital
Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in the West Houston and Katy communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of high quality, advanced technology and personalized care. The growing campus offers access to the most innovative medical and surgical care available, including robotic and minimally invasive surgery, full-spectrum heart care, state-of-the-art imaging, cancer care, labor and delivery with a level II neonatal ICU, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation and 24/7 emergency services. For more information, visit houstonmethodist.org/west or call 832.522.5522.
About HCMS
HCMS, established in 1903, is the professional society for physicians in Harris County. It is the largest county medical society in the nation, with a membership of more than 11,600 physicians and medical students. Its mission is to be the leading advocate for its member physicians, their patients and the community, in promoting the highest standards of ethical medical practice, access to quality medical care, medical education, research, and community health. In 1915, HCMS incorporated the Houston Academy of Medicine to support the community service, education, scientific and charitable programs for physicians, their patients, and the community at large in Harris County.