District Health Department No. 10 achieves reaccreditation status from Public Health Accreditation Board
Key Highlights:
– District Health Department No. 10 (DHD No. 10) has been recognized by the Public Health Accreditation Board for completing a systematic review process against national standards, making it the only health department in Michigan to achieve reaccreditation.
– The reaccreditation will be for the next five years, demonstrating DHD No. 10’s commitment to continuous development and improvement, emergency preparedness, and quality and performance improvement.
– DHD No. 10 Health Officer Kevin Hughes emphasized the importance of ongoing learning, quality improvement, and performance management to support the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
– The Public Health Accreditation Board President and CEO, Paul Kuehnert, highlighted that accreditation ensures health departments are equipped with the necessary tools and infrastructure to deliver consistent quality public health services.
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District Health Department No. 10 (DHD No. 10) has recently achieved reaccreditation status from the Public Health Accreditation Board, marking a significant milestone in the department’s commitment to public health excellence. This recognition sets DHD No. 10 apart as the only health department in Michigan to receive accreditation or reaccreditation, reflecting its dedication to continuous development and improvement in delivering high-quality public health services.
The reaccreditation will be in effect for the next five years, serving as a catalyst for ongoing enhancement of emergency preparedness efforts and fostering quality and performance improvement within the department. DHD No. 10’s commitment to strengthening infrastructure and workforce development ensures that the necessary systems are in place to efficiently deliver public health services to the communities it serves.
Health Officer Kevin Hughes emphasized the importance of continuous learning, ongoing quality improvement, and performance management in the reaccreditation process. He noted that the accreditation process is a team effort, with many staff members involved in pulling together the required documentation to demonstrate compliance with the Public Health Accreditation Board’s standards and measures. Hughes expressed pride in DHD No. 10’s reaccreditation and its dedication to supporting the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
The Public Health Accreditation Board President and CEO, Paul Kuehnert, highlighted the significance of accreditation in demonstrating a health department’s commitment to excellence and its efforts to enhance the health and well-being of communities. Kuehnert emphasized that accreditation is not just a badge of honor, but it also ensures that health departments are equipped with the necessary tools and infrastructure to deliver consistent quality public health services.
DHD No. 10’s achievement of reaccreditation status is a testament to its dedication to excellence in public health practice. As the department continues to advance and transform its services, this recognition solidifies its position as a leader in delivering quality public health services to the communities it serves.