L to R: Randi Luthy, Infection Prevention/Employee Health; Elizabeth Wise, HR Director; Abigail Herring, Manager of Inpatient Medical and Surgical Services; Crystal Johnson, Performance Improvement Officer; Stephanie Hall, Chief Nursing Officer/Director of Clinical Services; Lisa Smith, Cardiopulmonary/Sleep Center Director; Amy Mathes, Emergency Department Nurse Manager; Tammy Eisenhauer, Director of Imaging Services; Adam McCowen, Director of Plant Operations; Samantha Albers, Dietary Manager; Kathy Yates, Surgical and Ambulatory Services Manager; Tim Ritter, Director of Pharmacy.Marshall Browning Hospital Awarded Accreditation from Joint Commission

Marshall Browning Hospital Awarded Accreditation from Joint Commission

Du Quoin, Illinois, September 21, 2026 – Marshall Browning Hospital has earned the Gold Seal of Approval® for its Critical Access Hospital Accreditation and Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation from the Joint Commission, an independent, evidence-based standards-setting organization that sets the benchmark for safe, high-quality patient care through healthcare accreditation. This accomplishment formally recognizes Marshall Browning Hospital’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering the safest, highest-quality care to its patients.

Marshall Browning Hospital underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite survey June 29 – July 1, 2026. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission surveyors assessed compliance across key areas such as environment of care and life safety, infection prevention and control, emergency management, leadership, medication management, performance improvement, and more.

“This accomplishment reaffirms our ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards necessary to deliver the safest, highest quality care to our patients and their families,” said Dan Eaves, CEO. “It speaks directly to the dedication of our entire team.”

Joint Commission surveyors conducted on-site observations and interviews to identify performance strengths and opportunities for continued improvement. With decades of expertise and a data-driven accreditation process, Joint Commission helps ensure healthcare organizations adhere to leading quality and safety practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and commitment to better patient care.

“Joint Commission congratulates Marshall Browning Hospital for achieving accreditation by demonstrating its focus on delivering safe and effective care of the highest quality and value,” says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, Joint Commission. “Through the accreditation process, we worked closely with Marshall Browning Hospital to enable and affirm the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety. Together, we are elevating care for all patients, and we appreciate Marshall Browning Hospital’s collaboration throughout this process.”

Marshall Browning Hospital, located in Du Quoin, is a 25-bed critical access hospital serving residents of Perry County and the surrounding area. To learn more about the services provided at Marshall Browning Hospital, visit www.marshallbrowninghospital.com.

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