Woodbury, MN – March 29, 2010 – Woodwinds Health Campus in Woodbury is one of the top 100 hospitals in the United States, according to a new national ranking by Thomson Reuters.

"We are very excited to be ranked as a top 100 hospital in the country," said Tom Schmitt, CEO of Woodwinds. "We're proud to be one of only four hospitals in Minnesota to receive this honor! The community can be assured they're receiving the very best care in the country when they and their loved ones come to Woodwinds."

Woodwinds' 100 Top Hospitals: National Benchmarks award is based on objective statistical performance measurement. Woodwinds' ability to provide great value through highly reliable and efficient clinical care, high quality, patient safety, patient satisfaction, operational efficiency, financial efficiency and service to the entire community. Woodwinds, a member of HealthEast Care System, was honored in the small community hospital category. 

The National Benchmarks award by Thomson Reuters recognizes hospitals with the highest hospital-wide performance. Also receiving this award in Minnesota are Mayo Clinic, St. Cloud and Buffalo Hospitals. The 100 Top Hospitals award winners will receive their award and be recognized at the 100 Top Hospital Summit in June in Dana Point, California.

Find out more at www.100tophospitals.com

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