Working Together to Improve Patient Care

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is dedicated to the advancement of women's health care and provides continuing medical education, practice, research, and advocacy to its members. The Joint Commission offers Maternal Levels of Care Verification in collaboration with ACOG. This verification offers a program to facilities that provide obstetric and maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) care.

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association educate consumers about healthy living and foster appropriate cardiac care by funding cardiovascular medical research. A wide array of cardiac certifications have been developed in collaboration with the American Heart Association. Cardiac certifications demonstrate an organization's commitment to a high standard of service.

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and other dementia by accelerating global research and maximizing quality care and support. Memory Care certification is awarded to nursing care centers that aim to minimize risks and improve care for patients and residents with all levels of cognitive impairment.