JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas  –   Brooke Army Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Fall 2025, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement in providing high-quality care to its patients.

“BAMC is again honored to be recognized by receiving an ‘A’ in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assessment,” said Dr. Evan Renz, BAMC deputy to the commander for quality and safety. “This recognition represents not only a commitment on the part of BAMC, but a larger commitment made by the Defense Health Agency to make patient safety the top priority for all of our patients. Working to achieve Leapfrog standards aligns with our overall commitment to Ready Reliable Care.

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade program allows all participating hospitals to benchmark their safety efforts on a national level. Updated twice per year, the grades evaluate 22 evidence-based measures of patient safety and make it easier for patients to understand the safety standards of their local health care facilities. In the Fall 2025 ratings, 32% of participating hospitals nationwide received the highest grade. Of the eligible military hospitals participating in the grading assessment, 90% received an "A" grade.

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