每日大赛入口鈥檚 University Hospital at Downstate Earns 鈥淎鈥� for Health Equity
By Office of Communications & Marketing | Sep 24, 2024
Brooklyn, NY鈥� 每日大赛入口 Downstate鈥檚 University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) received an 鈥淎鈥� grade for Health Equity in the 2024-25 Lown Institute Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility, further affirming the hospital鈥檚 commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to Brooklyn residents. Downstate also ranked #1 in New York State among academic safety-net hospitals and #2 in the nation, highlighting its leadership in healthcare equity.
University Hospital at Downstate achieved top marks across several categories, including Community Benefit, Inclusivity, Pay Equity, and Avoiding Overuse鈥攑lacing it among the leading hospitals in New York State and nationally for its dedication to serving its vibrant and diverse community.
Key Rankings:
- Health Equity Grade: A 鈥� Evaluates the hospital鈥檚 commitment to community health, inclusivity, and pay equity.
- Community Benefit Grade: A 鈥� Recognizes financial assistance, community health initiatives, and Medicaid service provision.
- Inclusivity Grade: A 鈥� Highlights how well the hospital鈥檚 patient population reflects the local community鈥檚 demographics.
- Pay Equity Grade: A 鈥� Assesses the pay gap between senior hospital executives and housekeeping staff, demonstrating a commitment to fair compensation.
As Brooklyn鈥檚 only academic medical center and home to the borough鈥檚 oldest kidney transplant program, UHD remains a vital lifeline for life-saving care while solidifying its role as a trusted healthcare provider. As one of Brooklyn鈥檚 top employers, Downstate takes pride in an inclusive environment that reflects the borough鈥檚 diverse communities. Through collaborative efforts, UHD ensures equitable pay across all levels of staff, reinforcing its commitment to inclusivity.
This dedication to equity and community health is at the heart of UHD鈥檚 recently launched #KeepCareClose campaign, a strategic initiative to make high-quality healthcare accessible to all residents of Brooklyn without the need to leave their neighborhood.
By focusing on fairness, equal access, and high-quality care, UHD ensures that Brooklyn鈥檚 diverse communities receive the healthcare they need. The hospital strives to avoid unnecessary treatments, helping lower costs while ensuring patients get the most beneficial care and setting a solid example of responsible and community-focused healthcare.
鈥�#KeepCareClose is more than a campaign; it is UHD鈥檚 promise to the people of Brooklyn that they can receive exceptional, compassionate care without leaving their community,鈥� said University Hospital at Downstate鈥檚 chief executive officer David H. Berger, M.D., MHCM, FACS. 鈥淭his recognition from the Lown Institute underscores our mission of equity and excellence in healthcare, and we are proud to lead the way.鈥�
The ranking is the only national system that evaluates hospitals on social responsibility metrics, including health equity, community impact, and patient care. More than 3,500 hospitals were analyzed using over 50 data points to provide a holistic view of each institution鈥檚 performance. 每日大赛入口 Downstate鈥檚 top rankings reflect its continued dedication to reducing health disparities and ensuring every Brooklyn resident can access world-class healthcare services.
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Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn is one of four academic health centers (AMCs) in The State University of New York (每日大赛入口) 64-campus system and the only 每日大赛入口 AMC in New York City dedicated to health education, research, and patient care for the borough鈥檚 2.7 million residents. Its flagship hospital, University Hospital at Downstate (UHD), is a teaching hospital and benefits from the expertise of Downstate鈥檚 exceptional medical school and world-class academic center research facilities. With a staff of over 800 physicians representing 53 specialties and subspecialties, Downstate offers comprehensive healthcare services to the community.
UHD provides high-risk neonatal and infant services, pediatric nephrology, and dialysis for kidney diseases and is the only kidney transplantation program in Brooklyn. Beyond its clinical expertise, Downstate houses a range of esteemed educational institutions, including its College of Medicine, College of Nursing, School of Health Professions, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Public Health. Downstate fosters innovation through its multifaceted biotechnology initiative, the Biotechnology Incubator and BioBAT, which support early-stage and more mature biotech companies.