Jackson, TN – January 8, 2026 – West Tennessee Healthcare has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Certification.
West Tennessee Healthcare underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review on November 21, 2025. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with related certification standards including program management, supporting self-management, and delivering and facilitating clinical care. 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.
“Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Certification recognizes healthcare 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 of The Joint Commission. “We commend West Tennessee Healthcare 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.”
“We congratulate West Tennessee Healthcare for this outstanding achievement,” says Nancy Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the American Stroke Association. “This certification reflects its commitment to providing the highest quality of care for stroke patients.”
“Achieving Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission is a powerful recognition of our team’s unwavering commitment to delivering timely, evidence-based stroke care,” said Dr. Bethany Lawrence, chief medical officer of West Tennessee Healthcare – Jackson Madison County General Hospital. “This certification reflects our dedication to continuous improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration, and most importantly, fostering better outcomes for the stroke patients and families we serve.”
