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As the world encounters new health crises, health care organizations must be poised to respond with consistent practices deployed by a well-trained workforce. In the face of accelerating change, achieving and maintaining the highest quality and safety standards remain top priorities.

For more than 20 years, Joint Commission International has been a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety in health care. We believe that all people should always expect the safest and highest quality care.

Our Mission

The JCI mission is to improve the safety and quality of care in the international community through the provision of education, publications, consultation, and evaluation and accreditation services.

70+

countries across Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America

1000+

programs accredited and certified

600+

experts around the world supporting the mission

JCI is the recognized global leader with decades of expertise in the health care industry with a focus to help organizations achieve high reliable delivery of care and patient safety. We offer expert resources and tools to enable those we serve from health systems to frontline staff.

News and Announcements


Stay up-to-date with all the latest Joint Commission International announcements and news.
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JCI Offers New Laboratory Accreditation Program

This evaluation combines ISO 15189:2022 requirements and JCI’s rigorous, evidence-based, patient-centric standards, setting JCI apart from other lab accreditation programs.

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Sustainability Standards

JCI and the IHF Geneva Sustainability Centre have announced a collaboration to develop environmental sustainability standards for international hospitals outside of the USA.

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Joint Commission Arabia Management

JCI opens office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, expanding our presence in the Middle East and Africa.

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JCI Sets Focus on Continuous Accreditation Program

In an interview with Omnia Health, Joel Roos discusses JCI’s plans to announce its Continuous Accreditation Program. Roos explains that healthcare organizations should focus on the maintenance of JCI accreditation at all times.

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How We Can Help

As a trusted partner, we empower organizations to help themselves by developing competencies and leading practices to enhance quality and patient safety.