Highlighting nationally recognized achievements in health care quality and patient safety, Kenmore Mercy Hospital was named a Top Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, a national industry watchdog organization of employers and other large purchasers of health care known for setting the toughest quality standards. The Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive.
Updated: 1:06 PM EDT April 6, 2021
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. A year ago the COVID-19 pandemic ended all non-emergency surgeries at area hospitals including Sisters of Charity Hospital in Cheektowaga.
Now, after a year on hiatus, Sisters Hospital, St. Joseph Campus is resuming orthopedic surgery. Additionally, the hospital will expand its services, as part of an overhauling plan by Catholic Health, to create a service-focused center of excellence. Our orthopedic co-management group met regularly to plan for the resumption of elective cases, develop new safety protocols, and plan for the continued growth of our program,” said Walt Ludwig, president of Kenmore Mercy Hospital and lead executive for Catholic Health’s orthopedic service line. “This kept us focused, so when we were finally able to resume elective cases, we were able get off to a quick start.”