Both the Methodist Hospital and Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak received the 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, the top U.S. site for doctor and hospital searches, which places them within the top 5% hospitals for patient safety nationwide.

The gist

According to a news release, each hospital won the award due to its patient outcomes. To determine the top performers in patient safety, Healthgrades evaluated risk-adjusted complication and mortality for an estimated 4,500 hospitals nationwide. According to Healthgrades’ study, patients treated in hospitals that received the 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award have a significantly lower chance of experiencing one of the four leading safety indicators that account for roughly 76% of all incidents.

Top 5% four safety indicators:
  • In-hospital falls resulting in fracture are 54% less likely
  • Collapsed lung due to a procedure or surgery in or around the chest are approximately 55% less likely
  • Pressure sores or bed sores acquired in the hospital are roughly 69% less likely
  • Catheter-related bloodstream infections acquired in the hospital are 72% less likely
“As a 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Award recipient, Methodist Healthcare consistently puts the well-being of their patients and staff at the forefront, setting a high standard for patient safety nationwide,” said Debra Gradick, senior physician consultant at Healthgrades. “We commend Methodist Healthcare for providing consistently exceptional care while preventing serious injuries, giving patients their best chance of a seamless recovery.”

This is the second consecutive year that Methodist | Stone Oak was placed in the top 5%.


Quotes of note

“Earning this recognition is a testament to the dedication and compassion of our physicians and staff,” CEO of Methodist Hospital Ryan Simpson said. “This achievement reflects Methodist Hospital’s commitment to safe, patient-centered care to continuously improve the health and wellness of our community and uphold our mission of serving humanity to Honor God.”

“We are honored to be recognized among the top 5% in the nation for patient safety for the second consecutive year," said Michael Beaver, CEO of Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak. “By fostering a culture where every team member’s insights are valued, we ensure that our systems are continually optimized for quality and safety, leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.”

For more information, visit healthgrades.com.