Stamford Hospital Re-Designated with Magnet® Recognition Status by American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

STAMFORD, CT / May 27, 2026 – Today, Stamford Health announced it has once again achieved Magnet Recognition® status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), one of the highest honors for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This marks the organization’s third designation since 2016, placing it among the 10.5% of registered hospitals in the United States, and one of only seven in Connecticut, to earn this distinction. Additionally, Stamford Hospital is among the 3% of U.S. hospitals to have achieved Magnet designation three times.

Magnet® Recognition reflects nursing excellence and the collective strength of an entire organization, earned through a rigorous evaluation of outcomes, quality, safety, patient satisfaction, employee engagement, and interprofessional collaboration. Site appraisers praised Stamford Health for outperforming national benchmarks in 7 of the ANCC Magnet exemplars, including key patient safety and quality indicators.

“Achieving Magnet® re-designation is a significant honor and a reflection of the excellence demonstrated by our nurses, physicians, and clinicians,” remarked Ellen Komar, Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services & Chief Nursing Officer at Stamford Health. “I am deeply grateful for the compassionate care and expertise our interdisciplinary care teams bring to Stamford Health and our patients.”

“As an independent hospital, Magnet® designation is especially meaningful for Stamford Health as it shows how our commitment to nursing excellence, safety, and teamwork meets the highest quality care,” added Kathleen Silard, President and CEO of Stamford Health. “Thank you to our many dedicated nursing and clinical professionals for their shared dedication to helping us advance our vision of being the most trusted healthcare partner for the communities we serve.”

In addition to Magnet® accreditation, Stamford Health is recognized by several other organizations for delivering expert, person‑centered care, earning numerous national distinctions. Stamford Hospital is ranked the #1 Hospital in Fairfield County by U.S. News & World Report, is Planetree Gold‑Certified for Excellence in Person‑Centered Care, holds 5 Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an “A” rating from The Leapfrog Group, and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Learn more about ANCC Magnet® status and Stamford Health’s excellence in nursing professional practice model.

ABOUT STAMFORD HEALTH

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 4,100 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as the #1 Hospital in Fairfield County. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and offers treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart and neurosurgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center has a robust collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.

PRESS CONTACT

Jake Gaydos, Communications Manager
Stamford Health
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