Nov. 19, 2010 -
PRLog -- MidState Medical Center hosted its Annual Meeting on Monday, November 15, at the Connecticut Hospital Association in Wallingford. Lucille Janatka, President & CEO, reported on the hospital’s accomplishments and fiscal strength for the year. Even in a challenging economic climate, MidState posted an operating surplus for the 11th consecutive year, with a profit of $10.6 million, or 5.3%.
Janatka highlighted significant gains in patient satisfaction related to the hospital’s SurgiCenter and Emergency Department, as well as outstanding achievements for the hospital’s cardiac care. The introduction of robotic surgery, the completion of the hospital’s latest expansion, and growing patient volumes, were only a few of the many areas where MidState shined this year. In fact, volumes for MediQuick, MidState’s urgent care center in Meriden, have grown by nearly 23% since relocating to Pomeroy Avenue in 2009. Volumes in the Emergency Department have increased by 7.2%, the second highest increase in the state.
Also included in the program was a presentation by orthopedic surgeon, Leonard Kolstad, MD, who reviewed the latest innovations in knee and hip replacements. Several key leaders were recognized for their contributions to the hospital, including: Gail McCormack, immediate past Chairman; Geraldine Meoni, outgoing President of the MidState Auxiliary; James Kalamajka, outgoing Board member; Kenneth Kurz, MD, Chief of Staff; and Lawrence McGoldrick, outgoing Chairman of the Board. Gary Tansino, MD, Thomas Holmes, MD, Janet Dickinson, MD, and Richard Giosa, MD were highlighted as the 2009 Physician Recognition Award winners.
Janatka concluded her remarks by saying: "It’s all about getting out into the community and getting people to hear about MidState. MidState isn't a secret any longer."
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MidState Medical Center, located in Meriden, Conn, consistently rates among the top hospitals in Connecticut and the nation. For information, visit www.midstatemedical.org.
