Winona Health recognized for value of care

October 28, 2021

The Lown Institute recognized Winona Health for its outstanding performance on the 2021 Lown Hospitals Index. The Lown Institute was founded by Nobel Peace Prize winner and Harvard cardiologist Dr. Bernard Lown. This is their second year publishing this national ranking of over 3,000 hospitals. Winona Health is recognized for the following achievements: National Value of Care Grade: A National Avoiding Overuse Grade: A The Lown Institute defines high-value care as patients getting all the care that they need and none that they don’t. “At Winona Health, we continue to focus on what’s valuable to each patient in achieving the best outcome and experience,” said Winona Health President and CEO Rachelle Schultz, EdD. “Even in the midst of various challenges, our staff continues to provide the care that each person needs while also working on systemic improvements to the healthcare system. That work is never ending, and I am so impressed with their ideas and commitment.” “As a nonprofit think tank dedicated to helping hospitals be excellent community partners, we applaud you for your accomplishment,” wrote Vikas Saini, MD, Lown Institute president. To learn more about healthcare providers and services at Winona Health, visit www.winonahealth.org.

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Rachelle Schultz, EdD President/CEO

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