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TriStar StoneCrest earns 2024 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center has earned the 2024 Press Ganey Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award.

January 23, 2025
A group photo of the TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center radiation oncology team, including physicians, nurses, and staff, standing together in front of advanced medical equipment. The team is smiling, reflecting their dedication to providing exceptional cancer care.

Smyrna, Tenn.  — TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is pleased to announce that it has been named a 2024 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. The award places the hospital among the top 5% of healthcare facilities nationwide for delivering exceptional patient care in radiation oncology services.

“This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to compassionate, high-quality cancer care,” said Lou Caputo, chief executive officer of TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center. “Our radiation oncology team ensures that every patient feels supported, valued and cared for throughout their treatment. Their dedication and expertise set the standard for excellence in patient experience.”

This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the country’s top hospitals and health systems based on patient experience performance.

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is part of the Sarah Cannon Cancer Network, offering comprehensive oncology services with advanced treatment options and resources to support patients throughout their cancer journey. A multidisciplinary team works to provide personalized, effective treatment for a wide range of cancers, including:

• Bone cancer

• Brain cancer

• Breast cancer

• Colorectal (colon) cancer

• Gastrointestinal cancer

• Gynecologic cancer

• Liver cancer

• Lung cancer

• Prostate cancer

TriStar StoneCrest is proud to provide cancer care close to home for Smyrna and the surrounding communities. For more information about radiation oncology services offered at TriStar StoneCrest, visit TriStarStoneCrest.com.

Photo: The award-winning Radiation Oncology team at TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center. From left to right: Stephanie McCormick, chief radiation therapist; Jennifer Hays, director; Velvet Osborne, oncology nurse; Tonia Thompson, radiation therapist; Kayla Head, radiation therapist; Sara Bessette, oncology nurse; Anna Jennings, office supervisor; and Dr. Ryan Jones, radiation oncologist.

 

Published:
January 23, 2025
Location:
TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center

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