FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Fort Washington Medical Center’s Earns 2nd “A” Grade in Patient Safety
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11/17/25
Fort Washington Medical Center’s Earns 2nd “A” Grade in Patient Safety
Largo, MD — November 17, 2025 — Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation (PGCEDC) proudly celebrates Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center (FWMC) for earning its second consecutive “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group, a leading national nonprofit dedicated to healthcare quality and patient safety. FWMC ‘s receiving the patient safety top for a second time is a significant achievement.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade – an initiative of The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit designed to improve the quality and safety of American healthcare through transparency - is a letter grade for hospitals based on their record of patient safety. Grades are issued each spring and fall using transparent, evidence-based measures.
“Fort Washington Medical Center’s second consecutive ‘A’ grade is a win for patients and a win for Prince George’s County,” said Ebony Stocks, CEcD, Interim President & CEO of PGCEDC. “We congratulate the FWMC team for their continued dedication to patient safety and top-tier clinical care.”
Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center President Daffodil Baez expressed pride in her team’s accomplishment, pointing to both diligence and professionalism behind the hospital’s strong performance.
“Receiving a second consecutive ‘A’ Grade from The Leapfrog Group is a tremendous honor,” Baez said. “It reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care to every patient who entrusts us with their health. I am immensely proud of our staff for their expertise, compassion, and dedication.”
PGCEDC continues to champion healthcare innovation, business growth, and quality-of-life improvements across Prince George’s County.
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