Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Wound Center honored with RestorixHealth Center of Excellence Awards

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced its Wound Center was awarded the prestigious RestorixHealth Center of Excellence Award for July-December 2023.

This honor is complemented by the distinguished title of Distinguished Center of Excellence, which is given to a center that achieves the Center of Excellence distinction in two consecutive award periods within a single calendar year. The center's outstanding patient satisfaction rate of over 96% was one of the key factors contributing to this recognition.

"These awards are a testament to our center’s expertise in both wound care and patient satisfaction," said Joseph Ruffolo, president and CEO at NFMMC. "It also shines a light on the teamwork of our staff and the hospital's support, which are both crucial in achieving superior patient outcomes."

A press release stated, “The Wound Center of Excellence Award recognizes centers that meet and exceed clinical, operational and patient satisfaction standards. Memorial has been the recipient with this award for the third time in four terms, highlighting its unwavering dedication to excellence and its position as a leader in innovating wound care management.”

"Our team's dedication to delivering unparalleled wound care sets our center apart," said Nicole Thomson, program director of the Wound Center of Niagara. "These accolades reinforce our mission to improve patient well-being and uphold a standard of excellence in our practice."

The press release added, “Specializing in the management of chronic, non-healing wounds caused by a variety of conditions such as diabetes, poor circulation, or radiation therapy effects, the Wound Center of Niagara employs a comprehensive approach to care. By integrating personalized treatment plans with innovative therapies like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the center demonstrates its dedication to utilizing the latest advancements in medical technology to foster patient healing and well-being.”