Amid COVID-19, rising costs and a stressed medical workforce, hospitals are facing major challenges. But a new report helps consumers find the best hospitals in the country.
U.S. News and World Report’s 2023 hospital rankings rank 484 regional hospitals in 31 adult and children’s specialties. Those that make the Honor Roll are considered top 5 hospitals in USA.
1. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Cedars-Sinai is a nonprofit, tertiary care teaching hospital that serves patients from around the world. The hospital also is a leader in healthcare research and education, with an extensive program of fellowships and advanced training for doctors and nurses. In addition, the hospital has a longstanding commitment to strengthening Los Angeles.
As a result, Cedars-Sinai has been recognized nationally for its clinical excellence and groundbreaking research in cancer, gastroenterology, orthopedics, rheumatology, and more. In addition, the hospital is a national leader in the use of evidence-based medicine and is dedicated to bringing high-quality, compassionate care to as many patients as possible.
The Health Sciences Pavilion, located on the hospital’s main campus in Los Angeles, brings world-class care closer to patients by providing a welcoming space where physicians can treat their patients. The building is designed to accommodate translational research labs and outpatient Centers of Excellence. The design integrates flexible spaces for patient interaction and a new plaza level that supports community outreach. The design supports the hospital’s distinguished art collection and elevates the visitor experience.
2. Mayo Clinic
For over a century, patients from around the world have traveled to Rochester, Minnesota for individualized care at Mayo Clinic. Their experience is built upon the guiding principles of the clinic—earlier and more accurate diagnoses, patient-centered care, treatment for complex cases and world-class research.
Founded on these principles, the clinic is one of the largest not-for-profit academic medical centers in the United States. Mayo Clinic is dedicated to making healthcare accessible for everyone. They do this by linking Mayo Clinic specialists with healthcare providers in their local communities. In addition, their telehealth solutions allow patients to connect with Mayo Clinic specialists in a fully documented, asynchronous electronic format.
They offer a variety of online resources for patients including videos, interactive tutorials and podcasts. They also provide a range of services for hospitals such as medical education and collaborations with other health care organizations to improve practice and operational excellence. In addition, they offer a wide selection of minority health and wellness programs.
3. Cleveland Clinic
Since its founding in 1921, Cleveland Clinic has introduced many medical firsts and opened facilities around the world. The multispecialty academic medical center integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Its physicians and researchers have made groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of heart disease, cancer, eye diseases and digestive diseases.
In addition to the main campus, the clinic has two hospitals in Ohio and four in other states, as well as a number of international locations. The clinic has earned recognition among the world’s best in several specialties, including head and neck surgery, gastroenterology, endocrinology and urology.
The Taussig Cancer Institute is recognized as one of the top cancer centers in the country, and it has a highly trained team of doctors and nurses to provide comprehensive patient care. The clinic has also pioneered the use of robots for complex surgeries. Its laboratory-based and translational researchers work to uncover novel biological pathways that contribute to various diseases, so they can develop new diagnostic tests and treatments. These discoveries help make Cleveland Clinic a leader in medical breakthroughs.
4. University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
It is located in central Houston within the Texas Medical Center and collaborates with health systems throughout the state, country, and world through its MD Anderson Cancer Network.
The hospital’s comprehensive programs advance impactful discovery in cancer research through translational, preclinical, and clinical research. Its scientists and clinicians work as a single team, sharing data and ideas to make discoveries quickly and efficiently. Their innovative approach has accelerated cancer breakthroughs that reduce mortality and morbidity rates, and improve patients’ quality of life.
MD Anderson is home to the nation’s largest cancer clinical trials program. Its interdisciplinary teams of experts in oncology, surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and more are dedicated to advancing the most advanced treatment options for patients. Its clinical trials help patients access groundbreaking treatments before they become widely available elsewhere. Its research also includes immunotherapy, which aims to use the body’s own immune system to defeat cancer.
5. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is the first hospital in the United States dedicated to pediatric care and continues to lead the way in patient care, cutting-edge research, advocacy for kids and education for healthcare professionals. Its doctors are internationally-recognized experts in every area of pediatric medicine. The hospital is also home to the nation’s first Level 1 pediatric trauma center.
The hospital’s design puts critical services near those who need them most. For example, the radiology department is on the ground floor, allowing emergency and urgent patients to access it without waiting for an elevator. This allows the hospital to accommodate growth in the future.
CHOP is the only children’s hospital in the region to be named a top-ranked pediatric hospital in all nine specialties by U.S. News & World Report. Families from more than 100 countries come to Philadelphia to receive top-ranked care for rare and complex medical conditions. The hospital’s Global Patient Services team helps patients and their families before, during and after their visit.
Work culture at CHOP is rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by employees on AmbitionBox. The company is known for its excellent work-life balance and skills development.