Northwestern Medicine-Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center in Chicago have once again proven their excellence in healthcare by being named among the 20 best hospitals in the country according to the latest rankings from U.S. News and World Report.
The prestigious report, released on Tuesday, ranks hospitals based on their performance in various specialties and procedures, as well as patient outcomes and overall quality of care. The top 20 hospitals in the nation, known as the “Honor Roll,” are considered to excel across most or all types of care evaluated by U.S. News.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center were the only hospitals in Illinois to make the Honor Roll, solidifying their positions as leaders in healthcare in the state. Northwestern Memorial Hospital received high marks in adult specialties such as Cancer, Cardiology, Vascular Surgery, and Endocrinology, while Rush University Medical Center excelled in specialties like Neurology and Orthopedics.
In the state rankings, both Chicago hospitals tied for the No.1 spot in Illinois, with University of Chicago Medical Center, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Endeavor Health NorthShore Hospitals rounding out the top five. The full list of Illinois hospitals can be found on the U.S. News and World Report website.
Overall, the recognition of Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center on the national stage highlights the exceptional quality of healthcare available in Chicago and Illinois. Patients can trust that they are receiving top-notch care at these renowned institutions.