05/29/2026
St. Anthony Summit Hospital is proud to have earned the Pediatric Advanced designation from the Colorado Pediatric Preparedness for the Emergency Room (COPPER) program. This is the highest level of recognition for pediatric emergency care in Colorado.
"Receiving the COPPER designation is an important recognition of St. Anthony Summit Hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality emergency care for children in our mountain community," said Trixie VanderSchaaff, St. Anthony Summit Hospital President. "As the only acute care hospital in Summit County, we know how important it is for families and visitors to have confidence that pediatric emergency preparedness, training, and care are a top priority. I’m incredibly proud of our emergency department team and all of the caregivers who work every day to ensure children receive safe, compassionate, and timely care close to home." https://ow.ly/seSO50Z5FAO