After years of making dramatic improvements in quality, patient safety, patient services, and overall structural enhancements, The Loretto Hospital received a grade of ‘A’, according to a November 7th report issued by Leapfrog Group. The ‘A’ is a significant jump from last spring’s D grade, and the result of revamping the hospital’s overall operations, according to George N. Miller, president and CEO of The Loretto Hospital. Overhauling the hospital’s operations entailed implementing a number of quality and safety initiatives, which includes hiring qualified and dedicated staff in key positions to oversee processes. New initiatives include: organizing a quality team to conduct patient rounds 24 hours a day; around-the-clock environment of care safety checks; morning safety huddles by hospital leadership; staff education and training; expanding access to various services and opening new service lines; hiring specialty providers; new construction projects and establishing new community partnerships. To learn more about The Loretto Hospital go to www.lorettohospital.org