PVHMC Awarded Pulmonary Care Certification for Pneumonia Care from The Joint Commission

Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (PVHMC) has earned the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® for Pulmonary Care Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards for pneumonia care. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

The certification recognizes health care organizations that provide clinical programs across the continuum of care for pulmonary disease. The certification evaluates how organizations use clinical outcomes and performance measures to identify opportunities to improve care, as well as to educate and prepare patients and their caregivers for discharge.

“We are incredibly proud to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pulmonary Care Certification,” said Rakesh Sinha, MD, associate medical director of critical care and respiratory services at PVHMC. “Our goal is to improve outcomes by instituting guidelines-based therapy with a multidisciplinary approach. This certification reflects our commitment to following best practices and providing the highest standards in patient care.”

PVHMC underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review on January 30, 2025. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with related certification standards including program management, ensuring effective patient education and self-management, facilitating collaborative care across multidisciplinary teams, and optimizing patient outcomes. Joint Commission standards are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. The reviewers also conducted onsite observations and interviews.

“Pulmonary Care Certification recognizes health care organizations committed to striving for excellence and fostering continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care,” says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission. “We commend Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center for using The Joint Commission certification process to reduce variation in clinical processes and to strengthen its clinical program to drive safer, higher quality and more compassionate care for individuals served.”