[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 165 (Tuesday, December 14, 2010)]
[House]
[Page H8332]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CONGRATULATIONS TO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

  (Mr. PAULSEN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. PAULSEN. Madam Speaker, I am proud to congratulate Minnesota's 
Children's Hospital and Clinics for being named a ``top hospital'' by 
the Leapfrog Hospital Survey. Not long ago, I had a chance to visit 
Children's, and I saw firsthand how their commitment to improve patient 
safety is second to none. Their many safety initiatives have helped 
patients achieve one of the lowest rates of hospital-acquired infection 
in the Nation, and their use of electronic medical records has helped 
further reduce complications and improve patient care.
  Minnesota has long been ahead of the curve when it comes to health 
care. From life-saving technologies and medical technologies to 
continually striving to create the most effective and efficient health 
care system, our hospitals have earned a reputation for excellence and 
innovation in health care. Congratulations to Minnesota's Children's 
Hospital and Clinics, and thanks for your tireless efforts to provide 
your patients with the best possible care.

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