The Wound Care Clinics at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital and SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital have been honored with two outstanding achievement awards from RestorixHealth, recognizing exceptional clinical performance and patient experience.
Both wound clinics received the Clinical Distinction Award, which is presented to centers that demonstrate superior outcomes by meeting or exceeding national wound‑healing benchmarks. Performance highlights include a median of 32 days to heal and a 92% healing rate, reflecting a strong commitment to timely, effective care.
In addition, the clinics were awarded the Excellence in Patient Satisfaction Award, recognizing wound centers that meet or exceed a national patient satisfaction benchmark of 96%. SSM Health officials say the distinction underscores the teams’ dedication to delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care throughout the healing journey.
“We are proud to be recognized for the quality of care our wound centers provide for patients each day,” said Regional Program Director of SSM Health Wound Care, Pam Ford, RN. “This achievement reaffirms our commitment to exceptional patient experiences and optimized outcomes, which are made possible through the dedication of our skilled staff, providers, and the continued support of our hospitals.”
The Wound Care Clinics at SSM Health in Southern Illinois are focused on restoring health, improving quality of life, and ensuring access to specialized wound care close to home. Through evidence-based practices and a team approach, the centers help patients heal while supporting their overall well-being.
