Harrison Memorial Hospital awarded Accreditation from The Joint Commission

Harrison Memorial Hospital (HMH) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval^® Accreditation from Joint Commission, an independent, evidence-based standards setting organization that sets the benchmark for safe, high-quality patient care through healthcare accreditation. This accomplishment formally recognizes Harrison Memorial Hospital’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering the safest, highest quality care to its patients. HMH has maintained this tradition of accreditation since 1973.

HMH underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review from July 15-17, 2026. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with the hospital standards spanning several areas including emergency management, environment of care, infection prevention and control, leadership, medication management, and rights and responsibilities of the individual and more.

“Joint Commission congratulates Harrison Memorial Hospital for achieving accreditation by demonstrating its focus on delivering safe and effective care of the highest quality and value,” says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, Joint Commission. “Through the accreditation process, we worked closely with Harrison Memorial Hospital to enable and affirm the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety. Together, we are elevating care for all patients, and we appreciate Harrison Memorial Hospital’s collaboration throughout this process.”

Joint Commission surveyors conducted on-site observations and interviews to identify performance strengths and opportunities for continued improvement. With decades of expertise and a data-driven accreditation process, Joint Commission helps ensure healthcare organizations adhere to leading quality and safety practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and commitment to better patient care.

“Maintaining Joint Commission accreditation reflects the commitment our entire HMH team makes each day to providing safe, high-quality care to our patients,” said Dr. Kathy Tussey, DNP, RN, HMH Chief Executive Officer. “This achievement is a reflection of the dedication, knowledge and teamwork of our employees across every area of the organization. Quality and patient safety are at the heart of everything we do, and our staff continually works to strengthen our processes and provide the best possible experience for those we serve. I am grateful for their commitment to our patients, to one another and to the communities that trust HMH with their care.”

For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website.