PRC Recognizes Industry’s Best with Annual Awards
Encino, CA (March 27, 2026) – Encino Hospital Medical Center was recently recognized as a 5-Star Excellence Award in emergency department services for Patient Experience by PRC, a leader in the healthcare intelligence space.
The Excellence in Healthcare Awards recognize organizations and individuals who achieve excellence throughout the year by improving patient experiences, healthcare employee engagement, and/or physician alignment and engagement based on surveys of their patients.
“It is an honor to recognize Encino Hospital Medical Center with this Excellence in Healthcare Award for their deserving work,” said Joe M. Inguanzo, Ph.D., President and CEO of PRC. “It takes true dedication and determination to achieve this level of excellence in healthcare and Encino Hospital Medical Center has shown their commitment to making their hospital a better place to work, a better place to practice medicine, and a better place for patients to be treated.”
“We are deeply honored to be recognized as a 2026 PRC Excellence in Healthcare 5‑Star Award recipient,” said EM V. Garcia, Chief Executive Officer of Encino Hospital Medical Center. “This award reflects the heart and dedication of our entire organization. It belongs to our patients who trust us with their care, to our employees whose compassion and commitment shine through every interaction, and to our physicians whose partnership strengthens everything we do. Because this recognition is based on survey feedback, it is especially meaningful, as it reflects the real experiences and voices of those we serve and work alongside every day. I am incredibly proud of our team and grateful for the culture of respect, collaboration, and kindness they embody. We remain committed to continuously improving the patient experience, supporting our workforce, and fostering strong physician alignment so that every individual who enters our hospital feels cared for, valued, and safe.”
To learn more about the 2026 Excellence in Healthcare Awards, including eligibility and criteria, visit PRCExcellence.com.
About Encino Hospital Medical Center
Not-for-Profit Encino Hospital Medical Center, part of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, is a 150-bed state-of-the-art hospital located in Encino, California. Its multi-disciplinary staff consists of 330 physicians and 520 professional support staff. Encino Hospital Medical Center serves a diverse population and incorporates elements of urban and suburban medicine in a caring environment. It offers a wide array of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital is consistently at the forefront in providing innovative and integrated healthcare. For more information, visit: www.encinomed.org.
About PRC
Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) is a healthcare experience improvement company partnering with more than 2,800 healthcare organizations nationwide. Built specifically for healthcare, PRC combines advanced analytics, AI powered feedback intelligence, and insights gathered through live interviewers in PRC’s call center to help organizations understand the voices of their patients, employees, and communities.
Every client is supported by a dedicated consultant who helps translate feedback into practical strategies for improvement. As a privately held company focused solely on healthcare, PRC is committed to long term partnerships, transparent data ownership, and helping organizations turn insight into measurable progress.