U.S. News & World Report released its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals ratings today and both The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital were recognized in the annual rankings, with The Miriam Hospital being named the top hospital in the state, and both hospitals receiving “high performing” scores in specialty care.
“These rankings are released with the intention of helping patients decide the best places to seek medical care,” said Sarah Frost, chief of hospital operations at Lifespan. “Lifespan hospitals take great pride in caring for our patients, it’s no coincidence we are identified in this year’s rankings. We plan to expand on these accomplishments in the following rating cycles.”
The Miriam Hospital has earned the honor of top hospital in Rhode Island for 13 straight years, starting with U.S. News & World Report's first state rankings in 2012-2013.
“I am incredibly proud that for the 13th consecutive year, The Miriam Hospital has been recognized as the leading hospital in Rhode Island for our patient care and treatment,” said Maria Ducharme, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, president of The Miriam Hospital. “Our dedicated and skilled team exemplifies the mission of Delivering health with care. Their unwavering passion and commitment to patient-centered care are evident throughout The Miriam Hospital, and I feel fortunate to work with such outstanding individuals every day.”
U.S. News also ranked The Miriam Hospital the top hospital in the Providence metro area (which includes Providence, Pawtucket, Fall River, and New Bedford), and gave the hospital a “high performing” ranking or distinction for its care and treatment in 10 conditions and adult specialty areas, as follows:
- Hip replacements
- Knee replacements
- Colon cancer surgery
- Heart failure
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Kidney failure
- Prostate Cancer
- Pneumonia
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Rhode Island Hospital received a “high performing” ranking for its excellence in Geriatric care and treatment. “As we age, we all deserve attentive and respectful medical care designed with our needs in mind,” said Frost. “Rhode Island Hospital has intentionally designed programs for our older patients, and we value this ranking for recognizing that effort.”
For the 2024-2025 rankings and ratings, U.S. News evaluated nearly 5,000 hospitals across 15 specialties and 20 procedures and conditions. Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing care and patient experience.
"For 35 years, U.S. News has been a leading resource for patients navigating their health care decisions," said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. "The 'High Performing' designation acknowledges hospitals that consistently deliver high-quality care for specific medical procedures and conditions. This recognition highlights their expertise and commitment to patient well-being."
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