CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice Awarded National Accreditation from the Joint Commission

December 2, 2021

Alice, TX – CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

“We put health care quality and patient safety first 24/7, 365 days a year. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers worked hard to prepare for this triannual visit. This is an award for the team. I am so proud of them. They’ve earned a place among the highest ranked and most respected health care organizations in the country,” explained Rick Morin, President of CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice.“

In celebration of CHRISTUS Spohn Alice meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering on a commitment to provide advanced medicine and compassionate care, the hospital is celebrating on Friday, December 3, 2021. There will be a celebration for the night shift on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

“We are extremely proud of this team’s collaboration and excellence. Each Associate strives to provide quality and compassionate care to all of our community, said Margot Rios, Chief Nursing Officer. “Our successful accreditation is a demonstration of this accomplishment.”

The media is invited to attend Friday’s 11:30 a.m. celebration in the hospital cafeteria.

Interview with the hospital’s top leaders, Rick Morin, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice President and Margot Rios, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice Chief Nursing Officer are available upon request. Learn more about this recognition, the team’s commitment to quality and what this means for the community.

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16