Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Ranked Among Best Hospitals

Newport Beach, Calif. -- Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian was ranked among the Best Hospitals in the United States according to the U.S. News and World Report.

Hoag was r anked the 13th best hospital in California and the seventh best hospital in the Los Angeles metro area.

"We are very proud of Hoag's accomplishments. Being recognized as one of America's best hospitals is a wonderful affirmation of the efforts of our talented staff, expert physicians and committed volunteers. It says that we are serving our community well and in a way that is comparable to the best healthcare institutions in the country,” said Richard Afable, M.D., Hoag president and CEO.

Hoag’s Orthopedics Institute was ranked 43rd nationally and was among 143 facilities, out of the 4,793 facilities total that were analyzed for the latest Best Hospital rankings, to be nationally ranked in one of the 16 specialties.

In addition, Hoag was ranked high performing in eight adult specialties including: Cancer, Geriatrics, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, and Urology.

Hoag was also ranked high with patient satisfactory, receiving an 84 percent for overall satisfaction, according to patient responses to a federal government survey. Patients also noted that 89 percent would definitely recommend Hoag to friends and family.

To view the full report please visit US News & World Report .