WATERTOWN, Mass, December 10, 2024 – Recently Leapfrog released their list of US hospitals that have earned consecutive “A” safety grades from The Leapfrog Group since 2012. The Leapfrog Group is an independent nonprofit focused on patient safety. Of note 90% of these hopsitals use Exergen’s Temporal Artery Thermometer. The complete list can be found here.
About the Leagfrog Group’s Evaluation Process
They evaluated nearly 3,000 hospitals on their ability to prevent medical errors, accidents and infections. The Hospital Safety Grade uses up to 30 performance measures to assign an “A, “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” to individual hospitals and uses a public, peer-reviewed methodology, calculated by top patient safety experts under the guidance of a National Expert Panel. It is transparent and free to the public. Leapfrog analysts use the data to observe national performance trends and state rankings.
“Exergen would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the hospitals recognized for their commitment to patient safety. Over 90% of these hospitals rely on Exergen’s Temporal Artery Thermometer, making it their thermometer of choice,” said Dr. Francesco Pompei, founder and CEO of Exergen Corporation. “What sets Exergen’s Temporal Artery Thermometer apart is not only its high accuracy but also its ease of use, efficiency, and positive user- and patient experience. It is no surprise that these hospitals have consistently received this recognition since 2012.”
In the United States, Exergen’s range of Temporal Artery Thermometers include:
- TAT-5000S: Tailored for large hospitals dealing with substantial patient volumes, this model is a standalone, highly accurate, and non-invasive thermometer. The Connected version of the TAT-5000S seamlessly integrates into renowned spot monitors like Philips SureSigns VS4, GE Healthcare VC*150, V100, Mindray Accutorr 7 Series and VS-900 Series, Corometric, Midmark IQvitals Zone, and others, facilitating streamlined operations in hectic medical environments.
- TAT-2000: This durable professional lite thermometer expedites temperature measurements by doctors and nurses in small clinics and school systems, enhancing healthcare productivity. Backed by a 7-year warranty, the TAT-2000 is a testament to Exergen’s commitment to quality and reliability.
- TAT-2000C: A consumer-focused model employing the same advanced technology as its professional counterparts, offering advanced capabilities at an accessible price point.
Recently, US News & World Report released their top Children’s hospitals Honor Roll recognizing the 10 hospitals with the highest rankings across all specialties. Of note Exergen’s Temporal Artery Thermometers isused by the top 10 US Children’s hospitals.
About Exergen Corporation
Exergen Corporation, the leader in non-invasive temperature measurement technologies for industrial and medical applications, delivers non-invasive temperature meters with higher accuracy, lower costs, less process control, and higher reliability than previously possible. Known in both healthcare and consumer markets for its award-winning arterial thermometer,Exergen was founded by MIT and Harvard -educated and Harvard researcher Dr. Francesco Pompei, who holds more than 100 patents supporting Exergen products. ExergenCorporation is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States.
Source,
- Beckers, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/rankings-and-ratings/where-are-leapfrogs-12-straight-a-hospitals.html
- Becker’s Hospital Review, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/patient-safety-outcomes/a-straight-a-hospitals-safety-playbook.html
- The Leapfrog Group, https://www.leapfroggroup.org/news-events/fall-2024-leapfrog-hospital-safety-grade-shows-significant-progress-patient-safety
- US News & World Report and RTI Research, https://health.usnews.com/media/best-hospitals/2024-2025_Best_Childrens_Hospitals_Methodology
- US News & World Report, https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/pediatric-rankings
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