PHH recognized for excellence in infant, maternal health

Parkview Huntington Hospital (PHH) was recently recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with Governor Eric J. Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Kris Box, MD, FACOG, for its commitment to infant and maternal health. The announcement was made at the second annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program, held as a virtual event.

INspire, funded by the Indiana Department of Health’s Safety PIN grant, was developed to implement the delivery of best-practice care for Hoosier moms and babies and recognize hospitals for excellence in addressing key drivers of infant and maternal health.

PHH earned the Hospital of Distinction recognition based on implementing best practices in six key areas, including infant safe sleep, breastfeeding, tobacco prevention and cessation, perinatal substance use, obstetric hemorrhage and maternal hypertension.

“Ensuring our new moms and babies have the best possible experience means making their safety and health a priority,” said Doug Selig, PHH president. “Our Family Birthing Center nurses provide world-class care, and we’re honored to receive this recognition of the team’s commitment and achievements.”

Also earning the Hospital of Distinction recognition were Parkview DeKalb Hospital, Parkview Noble Hospital, Parkview Wabash Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Parkview Hospital Randallia and Parkview Regional Medical Center. Parkview LaGrange Hospital was recognized in the 2021 Category of Excellence for demonstrating success in safe sleep, breastfeeding and perinatal substance use.

“Indiana hospitals are grateful for the leadership of Gov. Holcomb and Dr. Box and are thrilled to be a partner in Indiana’s effort to reduce infant mortality,” said IHA President Brian Tabor. “We look forward to building on the progress we’ve made.”

Indiana Hospital Association serves as the professional trade association for more than 170 acute care, critical access, behavioral health, and other specialized hospitals in Indiana. Parkview Huntington Hospital is located at 2001 Stults Road in Huntington.