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U.S. Consumers Rank AdventHealth Among America’s Most Trustworthy Brands; Health Organization Joins Netflix, Costco, Apple and Other Major Brands

Newsweek released its annual list of brands that consumers rank most trustworthy across 23 different industries.

April 6, 2023 | Orlando, Fla. | AdventHealth Orlando Newsroom

Newsweek names AdventHealth as one of the most trustworthy companies in America

Newsweek, in collaboration with market research partner Statista, has named AdventHealth to its list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2023.

Based on an analysis of 95,000 evaluations from U.S. consumers, this research-based ranking recognizes organizations with the highest levels of customer trust, investor trust, and employee trust.

“We take this recognition to heart as we know that trust is something not easily won,” said Terry Shaw, president and CEO for AdventHealth. “Trust is fundamental to credibility and is key to building lasting relationships with team members, communities and businesses. We strongly believe the feedback we receive from our communities and stakeholders is essential in continuing to build that trust.”

The rankings for health care organizations included Quest Diagnostics, Aetna, UnitedHealth Group and others. Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies reviewed organizations in other industries. Some of the top organizations included in the list were GoPro, Bose, Whirlpool, General Motors, PayPal, Kellogg, Netflix, Amazon, Apple and Costco.

AdventHealth’s service standards guide how its team members interact with each other and their patients: Keep Me Safe. Love Me. Make it Easy. Own it. These values promote a patient-centered approach to care, emphasizing empathy, respect and accountability. This culture of caring is one key component to ensuring AdventHealth is a place that is trusted to help people feel whole.

In addition to Newsweek's recognition, AdventHealth has received numerous accolades for its commitment to patient safety, quality of care and workplace culture. The Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, named AdventHealth the first health system to earn the Emerald Award for Patient Safety, Quality, and Transparency in 2022. AdventHealth also ranks among U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, Computerworld's Best Places to Work in IT, Becker’s 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare and has been recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for New Grads and one of America's Best Employers by State.

What’s in Your Hand? eHuddle Inspires Attendees Toward Creative Evangelism

From February 26 to 28, nearly 200 pastors and other leaders gathered at Camp Kulaqua in High Springs, Florida, for the 2024 eHuddle, an annual evangelism and leadership think tank hosted by the North American Division’s (NAD) Ministerial Association. Thousands more tuned in via Facebook and YouTube.

Young Adult LIFE Tour Coming to Portland, Oregon

Many of our local churches love their young adults but are at a loss as to where to begin a thriving ministry with them. The North Pacific Union Young Adult LIFE Tour stop intends to bring insights and relevant, doable steps toward building a flourishing young adult ministry now. The tour’s next stop will be in Portland, Oregon, from April 19-20, 2024, at the Pleasant Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Mardian J. Blair, Former CEO of AdventHealth, Passes to His Rest

Mardian J. Blair, who led AdventHealth (formerly Adventist Health System) from 1984 until 2000, passed away on March 26 at the age of 92 in Apopka, Florida. Blair leaves behind a profound impact on the organization and in faith-based health care, particularly during a time of significant change in the health care industry.

It Is Written Conducts Alaska Evangelism and Mission Trip

This spring, It Is Written will conduct a mission trip and evangelistic campaign in Alaska, culminating in the Revelation Today: Hope for Humanity series. At the end of March, a mission team of 70 volunteers are serving in Anchorage, the largest city in Alaska, and Bethel, the largest rural community. The evangelistic series begins April 5.

Yamileth "Yami" Bazan Named Next Union College President

The Union College board of trustees has invited Yamileth Bazan to take the reins as Union’s 30th president. Her term will begin on July 1, 2024, soon after the official transition to the new name of Union Adventist University. “Yami,” as she prefers to be called, brings with her a passion for education and ministry combined with a long legacy of supporting and mentoring students, university leaders, and local church constituents.