Upland Hills Health Earns American Heart Association’s “Commitment to Quality” Award

Upland Hills Health has earned the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award, a prestigious national recognition given to only 158 hospitals across the country, regardless of size. The award honors hospitals that demonstrate consistent excellence in three or more clinical areas within the Association’s Get With The Guidelines® program.

This elite quality award underscores Upland Hills Health’s commitment to delivering high-performing, evidence-based care in areas such as stroke, heart failure, and resuscitation. By participating in multiple clinical registries, Upland Hills Health has implemented system-wide improvements focused on patient outcomes, safety, and long-term health.

“This award represents more than national recognition—it reflects our team’s unwavering focus on quality,” said Lisa Schnedler, President and CEO of Upland Hills Health. “It’s a testament to the collaboration, innovation, and compassion that drive our mission every day.”

The Get With The Guidelines® initiative equips hospitals with real-time data, peer benchmarks, and proven protocols designed to reduce variation in care and drive long-term results. Hospitals that achieve this award have translated these tools into measurable improvements across multiple clinical specialties.

“Our clinical and emergency teams share a unified goal: to deliver the right care at the right time, every time,” said Dr. Joe Hansen, Director of Emergency Services at Upland Hills Health. “Being among such a select group of hospitals shows the strength of our quality-first culture.”

This recognition adds to a growing list of American Heart Association honors received by Upland Hills Health, including Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus and Resuscitation Bronze awards—affirming its reputation as a leader in delivering guideline-directed, high-quality care.