Each year, U.S. News & World Report evaluates nearly 5,000 hospitals across the nation to identify those delivering exceptional patient outcomes, specialty expertise, and clinical excellence. For the 2025–2026 rankings, Los Angeles continues to dominate, with multiple hospitals achieving national distinction and several regional players rising in prominence.

LOS ANGELES HONOR ROLL

UCLA Medical Center (Ronald Reagan)

• National Honor Roll

• Ranked #1 in Los Angeles (tie), #1 in California (tie)

• Top national rankings in 14 specialties, including Nephrology, Geriatrics, and Pulmonology

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

• National Honor Roll (Top 20 in the U.S.) – 10th consecutive year

• Ranked #1 in Los Angeles (tie), #1 in California (tie), and among the nation’s best in 11 adult specialties

• Standout areas: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Cancer

Other High-Performing Hospitals in the LA Region

Keck Hospital of USC

• Ranked #3 in Los Angeles

• Nationally ranked in multiple specialties, including Cancer and Urology

• Known for academic innovation, clinical trials, and transdisciplinary research

Huntington Health (Pasadena)

• Ranked Top 5 in Los Angeles

• “High Performing” in 8 adult specialties and 15 procedures/conditions

• Emphasizes whole-person care and community partnerships

Torrance Memorial Medical Center

• Consistently ranked among the Top 10 in Los Angeles

• “High Performing” in heart failure, stroke, hip/knee replacement, and more

• Recognized for surgical excellence and patient safety

Providence Saint John’s Health Center (Santa Monica)

• “High Performing” in Orthopedics, Cancer, Neurology, and Heart Care

• Acclaimed for integrative care and cutting-edge research

PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital

• Earned high marks for GI Surgery, Stroke Care, and Chronic Conditions

• Serves a diverse urban population with strong community health focus

These rankings go beyond prestige—they reflect real-world value for patients, referring physicians, and healthcare partners. The hospitals recognized this year—along with their leadership and frontline physicians—continue to serve as pillars of:

• Clinical Leadership

• Specialty Care Access

• Academic Excellence

• Community Collaboration

In a time of mounting pressures on healthcare delivery, these institutions are not only meeting the moment—they are setting the standard. Their achievements elevate care quality across Los Angeles and offer valuable opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and shared learning.

With two hospitals on the national Honor Roll and many more ranked as high-performing, the Los Angeles region stands at the forefront of clinical excellence and health system transformation. These institutions remind us what’s possible when research, practice, and purpose align to serve our communities.