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PRC Celebrates Healthcare Leaders Who Make a Difference

On October 8, 2026, during the annual Healthcare Experience Summit, PRC recognized 36 inspiring leaders, teams, and hospitals for their impactful contributions to patient care, workplace environments, and community health. The 2026 Healthcare Leadership Awards showcased remarkable stories of dedication, with recipients ranging from a veteran hospital employee with an impressive 67 years of service to a community health initiative reducing a county's infant mortality rate by over 40%.

Dr. Cynde King, President and CEO of PRC, expressed gratitude towards all nominees and awardees, acknowledging their invaluable roles in advancing healthcare. She stated, "Every year, the Healthcare Leadership Awards reflect the success stories that embody PRC's vision of excellence in healthcare. We take pride in supporting organizations committed to enhancing care for their patients, employees, and communities."

Award Categories

The recipients of the awards were selected based on nationwide nominations and healthcare performance among PRC partners. The awards recognized outstanding achievements in several categories:

Patient Experience

• - Champion of Patient Experience: Acknowledges individuals who have made significant contributions to improving patient experiences.
• - Patient Experience Impact: Recognizes initiatives and projects that demonstrably enhance patient outcomes.
• - Physician Leadership: Celebrates physician contributions in leading patient-centered care.
• - Healthcare Experience Awards: Highlights hospitals and individuals who prioritize patient-centered interactions.
• - Healthcare Experience Dimension Champions: Awards leaders who focus on improving patient experience across dimensions.

Employee Experience

• - Workplace Culture: Commends organizations fostering inclusive workplace dynamics.
• - Outstanding Culture: Recognizes organizations that prioritize employee well-being.
• - Organizational Excellence: Awards organizations that have excelled in health worker satisfaction and performance.

Community and Brand

• - Community Impact: Highlights organizations making a tangible difference in community health initiatives.
• - Brand Excellence: Celebrates organizations effectively connecting with their communities.

Innovation

• - Recognizing leaders dedicated to transforming post-discharge feedback into practical improvements for patient transitions.

Special Recognition

• - PRC Pinnacle Award: Honoring a Prime Healthcare executive for outstanding leadership.
• - Legacy of Service Award: Presented to two dedicated Regional One Health team members who collectively contributed over 129 years of service.

The full list of award recipients can be explored in detail at prcexcellence.com/awards.

About PRC

PRC is a leading experience improvement firm within healthcare, collaborating with over 2,800 hospitals and health systems across the United States. The organization's primary mission is to enhance the healthcare experience, employing real-time data, AI-powered feedback, and insightful consulting to promote engagement across patient care, workforce, and community health.

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PRC continues its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative approaches and dedicated partnerships, ensuring a bright future for patient care and community health.