2017
Best Hospital – Pediatric Orthopedics (Ranked 47th)
For the second year in a row, the orthopedics program at Dell Children’s Medical Center ranked in the top 50 on U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of best hospitals. Scores are based on a variety of patient outcome and care-related factors, such as patient safety and nurse staffing. Read the Report
Nationally Accredited for Critical Care Transport
Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas pediatric critical care transport team received full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) for helicopter, airplane and ambulance transportation. This is the highest designation by national standards for transporting the pediatric critical care patients. Learn More
2016
Best Hospital – Pediatric Orthopedics (Ranked 49th)
Dell Children’s was in the top 50 on U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of best hospitals. Scores are based on a variety of patient outcome and care-related factors, such as patient safety and nurse staffing. Hospitals are ranked nationally in specialties and regionally in states and major metro areas. Learn More
High Performer, US News & World Report, 2015-16
For ranking 49 nationally for specialty of pediatric orthopedics.
2015
Level 1 Trauma Center
Dell Children’s is the only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in Central Texas and one of only five in all of Texas. This certification indicates the highest level of care available. Our facility was re-verified in 2015.
10 Most Colorfully Inspiring Children’s Hospitals in the World – #10
Dell Children’s was recognized for healing power of a truly engaging atmosphere by Masters of Health Administration Online.
Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award
Dell Children’s was recognized for outstanding performance in the Water, Energy, and Green Building categories awarded by Practice Greenhealth.
Austin Community Impact Award
The Austin Business Journal recognized the positive impact of the W.H. and Elaine McCarty South Tower at Dell Children’s during its annual 2015 Commercial Real Estate Awards.
50 Greenest Hospitals in America
Dell Children’s was featured in “The Energy And Green Building Issue – Green From The Ground Up” in Becker’s Hospital Report.
5-Star Award: Outpatient Diagnostic Lab
Our Outpatient Diagnostic Laboratory earned a 5-Star Award for Patient Experience from the Professional Research Consultants.
2014
Best Hospital – Pediatric Urology (Ranked 49 out of 178)
Dell Children’s was in the top 50 on U.S. News and World Report’s annual list.
Top Performer on Key Quality Measures: Children’s Asthma
The Joint Commission recognized us for excellence in this service line. The recognition is based on data reported in the previous year about evidence-based clinical processes for children’s asthma.
Gold Level Award
Dell Children’s received this award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for successful efforts in organ donation and donor registration.
5-Star Award: Outpatient Laboratory Services
Our Outpatient Diagnostic Laboratory earned a 5-Star Award for Patient Experience from the Professional Research Consultants.
4-Star Award: Anesthesia Services, Outpatient Services, Emergency Department Services
Our Anesthesia Services received a 4-Star Award for Physician Engagement, while our Outpatient Services and Emergency Department Services received 4-Star Awards for Patient Experience. All recognitions were from the Professional Research Consultants.
Local/Community Prevention Program Achievement Award
Our Injury Prevention Program was recognized by Safe States Alliance for their commitment to the field of injury and violence prevention and use of innovative approach to maintain or grow program infrastructure. This is one of the association’s most prestigious awards.
Better Buildings Challenge Honoree
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings Challenge Summit in Washington, D.C. recognized Dell Children’s Medical Center for its reduced energy consumption in a recent expansion of the hospital complex.
Emergency Department Staff and Trauma Services Recognized for Outstanding Care
This award is given by the Texas EMS for Children Program to a team that has displayed outstanding care for a child in an emergency medical or trauma event. The Dell Children’s Medical Center Emergency Department Staff and Trauma Services were recognized for the coordinated care and service provided to this child.
50 Greenest Hospitals in America
Dell Children’s was featured in “The Energy And Green Building Issue – Green From The Ground Up” in Becker’s Hospital Report.
2013
Healthcare Platinum Designation
U.S. Green Building Council honored the W.H. and Elaine McCarthy South Tower at Dell Children’s with this award.
5-Star Green Building Rating
Dell Children’s Medical Center was recognized by Austin Energy for excellence in following sustainable building practices in design and construction. This was the first commercial project to receive the distinction.
2012
Magnet Designation
Magnet Designation is the highest recognition of excellence in the nation awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Quality Care Award
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation recognized Dell Children’s pediatric programs that offer the highest level of care, education and support as well as clinical research.
2011
Organizational Leadership in a Non-Governmental Organization
The U.S. Green Building Council recognized Dell Children’s for vision, leadership and commitment to the evolution of green building design and construction.
2009
Designated Trauma Facility Award
The Texas Department of State Health Services recognized Dell Children’s along with University Medical Center at Brackenridge.
2008
Community Service Award
Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce gave Dell Children’s this award for our Spanish interpreter program.
Community Service Award
The Austin NAACP gave Dell Children’s this award for supporting children’s health care needs.
Platinum-Level Designation LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Dell Children’s Medical Center was honored by the U.S. Green Building Council as the world’s first hospital to receive Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Platinum Certification, the highest achievement bestowed for the design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings.
Clean Air Award
Dell Children’s received this award from the National Air Filtration Association. The purpose of the award is to recognize leadership and excellence in air filtration by selected air filter users.