Public Notice of Scheduled Site Visit to MD Anderson by ANCC Magnet Recognition Program Appraisers
MD Anderson News Release February 26, 2025
Public Notice
MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM® — SITE VISIT
What is Magnet and why is Magnet important?
- ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® is the highest credential a healthcare organization can achieve. It acknowledges the invaluable contributions of nurses in all healthcare settings and among all populations around the world.
- Magnet designation is an indication to patients and the public that these organizations have met the most stringent, evidence-based standards of nursing excellence in patient care delivery. It is a results-driven recognition that fosters nurse engagement and the role nurses play as members of the interprofessional team to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center was designated as a Magnet organization in 2001, 2006, 2010, 2015 and 2020 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In April 2025, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is applying for redesignation.
- Patients, family members, staff and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so. Anyone may send comments via email and direct mail. All comments received by phone must be followed up in writing to the Magnet Program Office.
- Your comments must be received by the Magnet Program Office by March 29, 2025.
NOTE: All comments are CONFIDENTIAL and are not shared with the healthcare organization. Comments may be anonymous, but they must be sent in writing to the Magnet Program Office.
Address: AMERICAN NURSES CREDENTIALING CENTER (ANCC)
MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM OFFICE
8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492
Email: magnet@ana.org
Learn more about Magnet® designation.