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AHMC Seton Medical Center Earns “A” Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2026
Leapfrog recognition underscores the hospital’s ongoing commitment to patient safety and quality care
DALY CITY, CA — October 23, 2026 — AHMC Seton Medical Center earned an “A” in the Spring 2026 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, recognizing its performance in protecting patients from preventable harm.
The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving patient safety, evaluates hospitals across the country and assigns letter grades based on measures of patient safety, including the prevention of medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.
The recognition reflects the dedication of Seton Medical Center’s physicians, nurses, hospital leadership, and staff to maintaining a safe environment for patients and delivering high-quality care to the communities they serve.
Putting Patient Safety First
Patient safety is an essential part of Seton Medical Center’s approach to healthcare. From emergency treatment to specialized inpatient and outpatient services, the hospital emphasizes safe clinical practices, effective communication, and coordinated care.
Ongoing investments in facility modernization, seismic safety, medical technology, and staffing have strengthened the hospital’s ability to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the San Francisco Bay Area.
The Spring 2026 “A” grade recognizes Seton Medical Center’s patient safety performance and reinforces its commitment to continuous improvement, clinical excellence, and compassionate, patient-centered care.
About AHMC Seton Medical Center
Founded in 1965, AHMC Seton Medical Center is located in Daly City, California, serving San Mateo County and surrounding San Francisco Bay Area communities. Since joining AHMC Healthcare in 2020, the hospital has benefited from investments in facility improvements, advanced medical technology, and staffing. Seton offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency care, cardiac and cancer treatment, wound care, imaging, and laboratory services. Its 24-hour Emergency Department provides essential care to the community. The hospital remains dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality healthcare.
About The Leapfrog Group
Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving patient safety. Its Leapfrog Hospital Survey and Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center Survey collect and publicly report healthcare performance information. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers make informed decisions about their care.
AHMC Seton Medical Center Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2025
Fall 2025 Safety Grade is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety
DALY CITY, CA - NOVEMBER 13, 2025 – AHMC Seton Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them.
“We are extremely honored to receive an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group,” said Sarkis Vartanian, Administrator, AHMC Seton Medical Center. “I want to thank and congratulate our frontline staff and physicians for this amazing accomplishment. This is truly a proud moment and this recognition reflects our commitment to delivering the highest quality care.”
“Earning an ‘A’ Grade means AHMC Seton Medical Center made a true commitment to put patient safety first,” said Leah Binder, President and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We congratulate the leadership, Board, clinicians, staff and volunteers that all had a role to play in this achievement.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade stands as the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day in the United States. This program is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.
To explore AHMC Seton Medical Center’s full grade details and to find valuable tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Connect with The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram and stay informed through The Leapfrog Group newsletter.
About AHMC Seton Medical Center
Founded in 1965, AHMC Seton Medical Center has 377 beds across two campuses and serves San Mateo County and San Francisco County communities. Seton offers a comprehensive range of clinical services on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, along with a 24/7 Emergency Department.
About The Leapfrog Group
Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections.
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