NEWTON, MA – Newton-Wellesley Hospital, a member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, was once again awarded an “A” grade for safety Friday by the Leapfrog Group, an independent, national not-for-profit watchdog organization. The hospital received the top grade in Spring 2024.

The Leapfrog Group assigns letter grades, ranging from “A” to “F,” to general hospitals throughout the United States. The grades are based on over 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries, and infections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent, and free to the public.

“We are thrilled to receive this recognition from the Leapfrog Group with an ‘A’ grade for safety. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our physicians and staff, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of our patients,” said Newton-Wellesley president and chief operating officer Ellen Moloney. “At Newton-Wellesley we are committed to serving our community and providing exceptional patient care, while prioritizing patient safety every step of the way, and this is a testament to that.”

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program based exclusively on hospital prevention of medical errors and harm to patients. Safety Grade results are updated each fall and spring.

“Achieving an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade is a significant accomplishment for Newton-Wellesley,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “It reflects enormous dedication to your patients and their families, and your whole community should be proud. I extend my congratulations to Newton-Wellesley, its leadership, clinicians, staff and volunteers for their tireless efforts to put patients first.”

The full Leapfrog grade details for hospitals are available online at HospitalSafetyGrade.org.

11.19.2024

NEWTON, MA – Newton-Wellesley Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, was honored as one of the top women-led businesses in Massachusetts, according to a list published in the Boston Globe Magazine “Women & Power” issue earlier this month. Newton-Wellesley Hospital joins multiple Mass General Brigham entities that are successfully helmed by female leaders.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is led by president and chief operating officer Ellen Moloney, who has served in the top leadership role since 2023.

“Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Mass General Brigham are extraordinary organizations that are dedicated to serving the community and delivering high-quality care to patients and families,” says Moloney. “I am proud and grateful to represent and support the advancement of women throughout our healthcare system and our community.”

The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses List was assembled by The Women’s Edge, a non-profit organization that works to advance women in leadership positions. The Women’s Edge ranks organizations by examining a number of variables including their revenue, diversity, operating budget, number of employees, and innovative projects.

The announcement was made November 1 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place, with Mass General Brigham serving as presenting sponsor. The entire list can be found online here.