University of Utah Health Secures Top Recognitions In U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027 Best Hospitals Rankings

The U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings have rated University of Utah Hospital #1 in the Salt Lake City metro area for the 13th consecutive year. The John A. Moran Eye Center is ranked #9 in the country for ophthalmology care, and the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital is ranked #1 in Utah and #38 nationally for rehabilitation care. Huntsman Cancer Institute was ranked #1 in Utah and “high performing” nationally in cancer care.

U.S. News & World Report evaluated nearly 5,000 medical centers nationwide in more than 30 services and specialties for its 2026-2027 rankings. This rigorous assessment includes factors such as risk-adjusted survival rates, discharge-to-home rates nursing quality, and other indicators of top-quality patient care.

“This recognition reflects the extraordinary commitment of our teams across University of Utah Health,” said Bob Carter, CEO of U of U Health and Executive Vice President of Health Sciences. “Every day, our faculty, staff, and teams work together to deliver exceptional care for patients throughout Utah and the Mountain West. As we continue expanding access to world-class care in communities across the state, we are proud to see the quality and impact of our care recognized throughout Utah and beyond.” 

The John A. Moran Eye Center has achieved top 10 national recognition for the fifth consecutive year, according to U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking of the nation's leading eye centers. This prestigious ophthalmology ranking is based on expert opinion, drawn from three years of comprehensive surveys conducted among practicing ophthalmologists across the country.

“Our Top 10 ranking provides patients with added confidence that when they choose Moran, they are receiving the highest quality care from world-renowned experts,” says Jeff Pettey, MD, MBA, Chair of the U’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. “I am thankful for this recognition of our highly trained physicians and their commitment to excellence.”

Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital is ranked #1 in the state of Utah and #38 for its exceptional healing experience for patients recovering from events like spinal cord injury, stroke, and traumatic brain injuries.

“We are proud to be recognized as the #1 rehabilitation hospital in Utah and among the top rehabilitation hospitals in the nation,” said David P. Steinberg, MD, MMM, Executive Director and Physician-in-Chief of Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital and chair of the U’s Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. “This ranking highlights our commitment to helping patients achieve their highest level of recovery through specialized, patient-centered rehabilitation care. It reflects the extraordinary work of the teams at Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital who are advancing the field while making a meaningful difference for patients and families every day.” 

Huntsman Cancer Institute earned recognition as the #1 hospital for cancer care in Utah and the Salt Lake City metro area, and “High Performing” recognition nationally in cancer. The institute also earned a “High Performing” rating in leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma care, lung cancer surgery, as well as prostate, gynecological, lung, and colon cancer surgery.

“This recognition reflects the excellence of our physicians, researchers, nurses, staff, and trainees who bring the full strength of an National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center to our patients every day,” said Bradley R. Cairns, PhD, CEO of Huntsman Cancer Institute.“At Huntsman Cancer Institute, outstanding cancer care is inseparable from discovery. Our teams are advancing prevention, early detection, innovative treatments, and survivorship while expanding access to world-class care across Utah and the Mountain West. This recognition is a tribute to their dedication—and to our shared commitment to deliver the best possible outcomes for every person we serve.”

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