…Reaffirming its status as a leader in healthcare quality and safety in Nigeria and West Africa
Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals, a premier private tertiary healthcare provider in West Africa, has once again achieved the prestigious Joint Commission International (JCI) Gold Seal of Approval, marking the fifth consecutive accreditation and reinforcing its commitment to delivering world-class healthcare. This historic achievement demonstrates the hospital's dedication to maintaining the highest global standards in patient care, safety, and clinical quality, with each JCI accreditation cycle covering a rigorous three-year evaluation period.
Since becoming a subsidiary of Iwosan Investments Limited in 2022, Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals has continued to drive healthcare innovation in Nigeria. The holding company's strategic investment in infrastructure, quality, and accessibility has enabled Iwosan Lagoon to expand its services and reinforce its mission of providing holistic, high-quality healthcare across the country.
Dr. Olubisi Oyeniran, Managing Director of Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals, shared his pride in the achievement, stating, 'We will look after you,' by ensuring that our patients receive the safest, most compassionate, and highest quality care at every touchpoint of their journey with us.”
Dr. Oyeniran further explained that JCI surveyors conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the hospital’s adherence to international standards, covering all aspects of patient safety, care quality, anaesthesia and surgery, medication management, and infection control. They also assessed governance, facility management, staff qualifications, and information management. JCI commended the hospital for meeting over 1,200 Key Performance Indicators, confirming its commitment to quality improvement and maintaining high standards in healthcare.
“This accreditation is a testament to the dedication of our entire team, who continuously strive to uphold global standards. Together, we ensure that every patient who comes to us receives safe, high-quality care. Our commitment to providing exceptional patient care remains stronger than ever,” Dr. Oyeniran added.
Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals was the first hospital group in Sub-Saharan Africa to achieve JCI accreditation. The JCI accreditation is recognised globally as a benchmark for quality and safety in healthcare. First accredited in 2011, Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals has successfully undergone rigorous re-accreditation processes in 2015, 2018, 2021, and now for the fifth time in 2024.
The Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation is a globally recognized mark of excellence, enhancing healthcare institutions’ staff education, skill development, and adherence to core safety standards. By receiving JCI’s Gold Seal of Approval, Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals has consistently demonstrated alignment with best practices in acute care services, including diagnostic, curative, and rehabilitative care, as well as urgent and emergency patient support.
With this latest JCI accreditation, Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals further solidifies its position as a leader in healthcare innovation and patient safety, exemplifying its commitment to exceptional patient care while setting new benchmarks for healthcare quality in Nigeria. This achievement reflects the hospital’s unwavering dedication to providing safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care, alongside a commitment to employing and retaining local talent. By fostering skill development through international expertise, Iwosan Lagoon Hospitals ensures a highly experienced, well-rounded, and diverse team, poised to advance medical care across Nigeria and reduce the need for patients to travel internationally for treatment.
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