Clay County Medical Center Recognized with Women’s Choice Award for Emergency Care Excellence

Clay County Medical Center (CCMC) is proud to announce its national recognition as a recipient of the Women’s Choice Award® in two distinguished categories: Best Hospital for Emergency Care and Best Hospital for Emergency Room Wait Time and Efficiency.

This achievement places CCMC among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for emergency care. The recognition is based on an evaluation of more than 7,000 hospitals across the United States using data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS), measuring both clinical performance and patient satisfaction.

“These awards are a testament to the outstanding dedication and hard work of our entire team,” said Austin Gillard, CEO of Clay County Medical Center. “We are deeply honored to be recognized by the Women’s Choice Award, which validates our ongoing mission to deliver high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Our team’s commitment to excellence is unwavering, and this recognition reinforces the trust our patients place in us every day.”

The Women’s Choice Award is the only healthcare designation that identifies top-performing hospitals based on the preferences and experiences of women, making it a respected symbol of patient trust, satisfaction, and quality care.

Clay County Medical Center remains committed to providing efficient, accessible, and patient-centered emergency services. This national recognition reflects the organization’s ongoing dedication to excellence and its mission of delivering exceptional healthcare to the communities it serves.

April 28, 2025