5 PA Health Care Facilities Among 100 ‘Great Hospitals In America’

PENNSYLVANIA —Five hospitals in Pennsylvania are among 100 of the best in the country, according to a new national report.

The “Great Hospitals in America” list, from Chicago-based trade publication Becker’s Healthcare, includes many of the same hospitals as rankings of U.S. News & World Report, Healthgrades, The Leapfrog Group and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

“These hospitals are widely recognized for their clinical excellence, commitment to patient safety, innovative initiatives, research efforts, education and high levels of patient satisfaction,” the company said.

Becker’s said the list of 100 hospitals is not exhaustive, and is not an endorsement of the included hospitals. Hospitals submitted nominations, and Becker’s editorial team conducted research to compile their list.

From Pennsylvania, here are the health care facilities that made the top 100 (listed in alphabetical order):

Allegheny General Hospital (Pittsburgh) — "With 24,000 inpatient admissions, 23,000 surgeries, and more than 56,000 emergency department visits each year, Allegheny General Hospital is the highest volume hospital in the Allegheny Health Network. In addition to its status as one of Pennsylvania’s top transplant centers, the 552-bed quaternary care and educational hospital has been recognized by Healthgrades as one of the nation’s top hospitals for cardiac surgery, cardiac care and coronary intervention in 2024. In the past decade, the hospital acquired a new orthopedic center, cardiovascular intensive care unit, cardiac MRI center, hybrid operating rooms and surgical robots, and began construction on a new neuroscience tower in 2023."

Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) — "Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania are renowned for their leadership in medical research and patient care. The hospitals excel in areas like oncology, cardiology and neurology. The hospitals benefit from their affiliation with the University of Pennsylvania, which supports groundbreaking research and advanced treatments. They are devoted to the provision of the best possible patient care, education and research. In addition, the hospitals prioritize hands-on care and personalized treatment plans. The recent addition of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania-Pavilion, among the largest hospital projects in the nation and the largest capital project in the University of Pennsylvania's history, is a 17-story facility featuring 504 private patient rooms and 47 operating rooms."

Lancaster General Hospital — "Lancaster General Hospital, part of Penn Medicine, is acclaimed for its top-tier cardiology and cancer care services. It has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Lancaster and the No. 5 hospital in the state of Pennsylvania. The hospital's commitment to community health is evident through its preventive care programs and health education initiatives. Lancaster General also boasts numerous Healthgrades awards, earning the "America's 50 Best Hospitals Award" and "Patient Safety Excellence Award" for 2024. The hospital takes a patient-focused approach and is devoted to improving health outcomes through the integration of advanced medical technologies and compassionate care."

Reading Hospital (West Reading) — "Reading Hospital is the flagship acute care hospital of Tower Health, boasting 697 licensed beds. Renowned for its clinical excellence, it houses top-tier specialty centers such as Reading HealthPlex, McGlinn Cancer Institute, and Miller Regional Heart Center. With over 3,000 babies delivered and nearly 110,000 emergency visits in fiscal year 2023, it excels in patient care. The hospital's partnership with Drexel University College of Medicine addresses the national physician shortage, and its robust residency and fellowship programs are training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Reading Hospital's street medicine program and employee-focused initiatives highlight its community commitment and innovative spirit."

WellSpan York Hospital — "WellSpan York Hospital is a 593-bed facility renowned for its level 1 regional resource trauma center, serving over 520,000 residents. As one of only three level 1 trauma centers in south-central Pennsylvania, it offers round-the-clock care for all types of trauma. WellSpan York Hospital is also a nationally recognized teaching hospital, featuring nine residency programs and six allied health schools. Recently, it earned an "A" safety grade from Leapfrog and was recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for healthcare equality."

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