May 8, 2008
Pioneer Animal Hospital Receives AAHA Accreditation
[LEAVENWORTH, KS] - Pioneer Animal Hospital of Leavenworth has again
received accreditation following a comprehensive evaluation by the
American Animal Hospital Association. The evaluation includes a quality assessment
review of the hospital's facility, medical equipment, practice methods and
pet health care management.
Only 15 percent of all small animal veterinary practices in the U.S. have
achieved accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association. In
orderto maintain accredited status, Pioneer Animal Hospital must continue to be
evaluated regularly by the association's consultants.
"Pioneer Animal Hospital belongs to a select group of practices that are
committed to meeting the highest standards in veterinary medicine," says
Anna Worth, DVM, AAHA president. "AAHA hospitals pass a stringent
evaluationof over 900 standards covering patient care, client service and medical
protocols. By attaining accreditation, Pioneer Animal Hospital is
demonstrating its dedication to offering the best care to its patients and
clients."
The American Animal Hospital Association is an international organization
of more than 40,000 veterinary care providers who treat companion animals.
Established in 1933, the association is well known among veterinarians for
its high standards for hospitals and pet health care. For pet care
information or a referral to an AAHA hospital, pet owners can visit the
AAHA website at www.healthypet.com.
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