Grande Ronde Hospital & Clinics Earns National Recognition for Patient Outcomes
Contact: Karrine Brogoitti
Grande Ronde Hospital & Clinics has been named a 2025 Performance Leadership Award recipient by the Chartis Center for Rural Health for excellence in Outcomes. The announcement, in honor of National Rural Health Day, places GRH among the nation's top-performing rural hospitals.
This award is more than a data point—it reflects what matters most to our community: patients are experiencing strong, reliable, and measurable results from the care they receive close to home. High performance in Outcomes means fewer complications, safer recoveries, and better long-term health for the people we serve. For a rural community, that impact is significant.
What This Means for Patients
Outcomes measure how effectively care leads to healing. Earning a top-quartile national ranking in this category shows that patients at GRH are benefiting from care that is proven to work, supported by strong clinical practices, coordinated teams, and ongoing investment in quality improvement.
“This recognition speaks to the exceptional work of our staff and the level of care our patients can expect at GRH,” said President and CEO Jeremy Davis. “Strong outcomes are the result of careful teamwork, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to ensuring our patients get the best possible care right here in Union County.”
The award is based on the Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®, a national benchmarking system that evaluates hundreds of rural hospitals on factors tied directly to patient health and recovery. Ranking in the top 25 percent means GRH consistently delivers results that match—and often exceed—those seen in larger medical centers.
As the hospital continues to expand services, recruit new providers, and invest in advanced technology, this recognition highlights the measurable difference these efforts make in patients’ lives.
Above all, the award reflects the trust patients place in Grande Ronde Hospital & Clinics and the dedication of more than 800 employees working every day to support healthier outcomes across Eastern Oregon.
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