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of hospitals nationwide for nursing excellence. In the TOP 1% St. Mary's Hospital attained an elite status recently when it was designated as a Magnet® hospital… for the third time in a row. Less than 50 of the nation's 6,000 hospitals have done the same. Magnet hospitals are considered "the gold standard" for nursing excellence. Their emphasis on quality, innovation and collaboration tends to lead to higher patient satisfaction and a more stable workforce. stmarysmadison.com A MEMBER OF SSM HEALTH CARE The Magnet Recognition Program,® is a registered trademark of the American Nurses Credentialing Center. August 2009 bravamagazine.com 1