Clara Barton Medical Center Earns 2025 Performance Leadership Award
URGENT UPDATE: Clara Barton Medical Center in Hoisington, Kansas, has just been honored with the prestigious 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Patient Perspective. This recognition comes as part of National Rural Health Day and highlights the hospital’s exceptional performance in a key healthcare metric.
The award was announced today by the Chartis Center for Rural Health, which assesses rural hospitals across the nation. Clara Barton Medical Center was one of only 28 hospitals in Kansas to achieve this distinction, placing it in the top quartile for quality and patient outcomes among rural healthcare facilities.
Michael Topchik, executive director of the Chartis Center for Rural Health, emphasized the significance of this honor. “The areas of quality, outcomes, and patient perspective are cornerstones of healthcare delivery across rural America,” said Topchik. “This year’s Performance Leadership Award recipients are establishing a standard of excellence for their rural peers to follow.”
Clara Barton Medical Center, a critical access hospital and Level 4 trauma center, is renowned for its commitment to providing comprehensive care to the central Kansas region. The facility includes three rural health clinics located in Hoisington, Great Bend, and Russell, along with a state-of-the-art surgical clinic.
In response to the award, Clara Barton President/CEO Jay Tusten expressed gratitude for the recognition. “It is an honor to be recognized for our commitment to customer service,” Tusten stated. “Our staff consistently goes above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive healthcare environment. We deeply appreciate their efforts and thank Chartis for celebrating that dedication.”
This award underscores the hospital’s ongoing dedication to improving patient experiences, which is crucial for rural healthcare delivery. With healthcare increasingly focused on patient-centered outcomes, Clara Barton Medical Center’s achievement serves as a beacon of excellence for similar institutions nationwide.
As healthcare needs evolve, the spotlight on Clara Barton Medical Center’s commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction is more relevant than ever. Stay tuned for more updates on how this recognition impacts the community and the future of rural healthcare.
