Awards and Recognition

Awards and Recognition

Winona Health’s awards and accreditation affirm that we have a dedicated, high-caliber, service-oriented staff the community can count on and trust.

603, 2026
Winona Health recognized nationally for timely, effective emergency care

March 6th, 2026|

Winona Health has earned national recognition with a 2026 America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care Women’s Choice Award, placing its Emergency Care Department in the top 7% of 4,655 hospitals nationwide for timely and effective care. This honor reflects our commitment to what matters most, providing timely, effective, and compassionate care to every patient. For over 130 years, the best possible care at Winona Health has happened as it always has—when we are there for each other in the...

306, 2025
Committed to Care: Winona Health caregivers recognized by Minnesota Hospital Association for innovation and impact

June 3rd, 2025|

We’re excited to share that our caregivers have been recognized by the Minnesota Hospital Association for their leadership, innovation, and commitment to our community. Courtney Wieser received the Pipelines and Partnerships Award for her work leading our Learning and Development team and advancing health education, including the implementation of CPR training that better reflects the needs of all patients. Amanda Rodriguez earned the Community Health Worker Award for her trusted role connecting individuals and families to care, helping break down...

2410, 2024
Winona Health recognized for quality performance

October 24th, 2024|

Winona Health was recognized for quality of care at UCare’s annual “A Salute to Excellence!” event in September. UCare, a community-based, nonprofit health plan, recognizes clinics and care systems with top results in preventive care, disease management, behavioral health, maternity care, care transitions and medication management. “All of us at Winona Health, working behind the scenes or providing direct patient care, are here to make sure each person receives the care and support they need,” said Merry Enright, quality coordinator...

310, 2024
Winona Health Volunteers honored with Minnesota Hospital Association award

October 3rd, 2024|

The Winona Health Volunteers recently received a Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) Sustainability in Health Care award. The Sustainability in Health Care Award recognizes outstanding efforts and achievements promoting sustainability within the hospital or health system. “Since 1894, our Winona Health Volunteers have been contributing to the long-term viability of Winona Health – that’s 130 years of being a vital part of our community’s healthcare system,” said Roderick Baker, Winona Health’s associate vice president of development. Winona Health Volunteers provide thousands...

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2013:

  • Winona Health 2012 Annual Report earns Gold award in national competition.
  • Winona Health recognized as a “Most Wired Small and Rural” hospital.
  • Winona Health awarded an “A” for patient safety.
  • Winona Health again awarded an “A” for patient safety.

2012:

  • Winona Health marketing team receives national and regional.
  • Winona Health recognized for positive performance in new reform-minded hospital ratings system.
  • Winona Health recognized for Electronic Medical Record advancement.

2011:

  • Winona Health Laboratory again receives accreditation from College of American Pathologists).
  • Winona Health Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program receives national certification.
  • Winona Health earns patient safety excellence award.
  • Winona Health participates in major program to Advance Health Information Technology.
  • Winona Health Diabetes Self-Management Program now accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators).
  • Winona Health marketing team receives national award.
  • Winona Health recognized for Performance Excellence.
  • Winona Health again earns Quality Respiratory Care Recognition.
  • Winona Health assisted living residences earn confident choices designation.

2010:

  • Winona Health Family Medicine receives recognition from professional medical management association.
  • Winona Health Emergency Department earns level IV Trauma designation.
  • Winona Health Auxiliary recognized as Outstanding Philanthropic Organization.

2009:

  • Winona Health earns top performer status in Center for Medicare & Medicaid quality program.
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2008:

  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2007:

  • Minnesota Quality Award – Achievement Level
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals
  • Most Innovative Acute Care Hospitals

2006:

  • Minnesota Quality Award – Advancement Level
  • Premier Quality Award
  • Heritage Commission “Commendation Award”
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2005:

  • Business Appreciation Award in Technology
  • Excellence in Practice Award
  • Environmental Services Account of the Year
  • Minnesota Quality Award – Advancement Level
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2004:

  • Innovation In Patient Care: Integrated EMR
  • President’s Award
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2003:

  • Business Appreciation Award: Healthcare
  • Patient Safety Award: Safe Site Surgery
  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals

2002:

  • Health Care’s Most Wired: Small and Rural Hospitals